Aligning with national health and safety initiatives including those from US Department of Health & Human Services Stop Bullying initiative, The National Institute of Health “We Can!” program, and First Lady Michelle Obama’s “Let’s Move” campaign, BAPS Charities Children’s Health and Safety Days encourage dialogue between children and their families while providing participants with the tools and resources for a better lifestyle: anti-bullying, healthy life choices, and safety in a technology-driven world.
On September 15, 2013, in Atlanta, GA, over 25 health care professionals and specialists volunteered their expertise and time to educate and bring awareness to 200 children and 80 parents. Below are some of the highlights and data of the event:
Professionals present: Primary Care Physicians (10), Pediatrician (3), ENT specialist (1), Child Psychiatry specialist (2), Dentists (3), Safety Specialists, Police Officers, Fire fighters, K-9 units, Air-Life GA EMS helicopter operator, EMS Technicians
Educational Activities organized: Teddy Bear Clinic, Police Car Tour, Helicopter Tour, Ambulance Tour & Demonstration, Fire Engine Tour, Fire Safety Demonstration, BMI and photo ID, General Health Education
Educational Lectures: Anti-Bullying, Cyber Safety, Being Healthy
Workshops: Let’s Move! (active lifestyle), Reducing screen time, Nutrition, Hygiene, Home and Auto Safety, Sun Safety
Feedback:
I loved getting a teddy bear from the doctor. Now I know how to take care of myself when I get sick.
– Naya Patel, a participant
