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 21, 2013, in Philadelphia, PA, over 4 health care professionals and specialists volunteered their expertise and time to educate and bring awareness to 120 children and 30 parents. Below are some of the highlights and data of the event:
Professionals present: Primary Care Physicians (2), Pediatricians (4), ENT specialists (3), Child Psychiatrists (4), Dentists (1)
Educational Activities organized: Sports & Fitness Demonstration, General Health Education
Educational Lectures: Anti-Bullying, Cyber Safety, Being Healthy, First Aid, Poison Prevention, Medication Safety, Fitness Drill
Workshops: Let’s Move! (active lifestyle), Reducing screen time, Nutrition, Hygiene, Home and Auto Safety, Sun Safety, Kids Olympics