Florida Department Of Health Block Grant Application And Annual Report 2022-2026
This document details the Florida Department of Health's strategic approach to administering the Maternal and Child Health (MCH) and Children and Youth with Special Health Care Needs (CYSHCN) programs, aligned with the 2022-2026 State Health Improvement Plan. Key priorities include improving women's access to healthcare and preconception health, promoting tobacco cessation, and reducing maternal mortality and morbidity. It also focuses on promoting breastfeeding, reducing infant mortality, improving dental care for children and pregnant women, addressing social determinants of health, and increasing access to medical homes and mental health services for children and adolescents with special health care needs. The plan emphasizes collaboration, data-driven decision-making, and evidence-based strategies to enhance public health systems and improve outcomes for MCH populations across Florida.