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Krista Scott
Krista Scott is an experienced child health expert working at the forefront of policy, advocacy and equity as the current Senior Director for Child Care Health Policy at CCAoA. For over 15 years, Ms. Scott has worked in public health and education, primarily in non-profit and government agencies, where she has honed her expertise in early childhood health, mental health, special education, program development and support and in using policies to strengthen practice. Ms. Scott has her bachelor’s degree in political science and her Master of Social Work with a focus on management and policy.
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Krista Scott on April 06, 2017
Topics: Health & Safety
Continue ReadingHonoring Health Equity Day: What is Child Care's Role?
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Krista Scott on April 05, 2017
Today is Health Equity Day, an opportunity to explore how child care plays an instrumental role in ensuring that all are afforded the opportunity to attain their highest level of health. We know that children’s health is shaped by their environments—where they live, what they eat, how much they play, and if they have access to medical and dental care. We also know that not every child has the same opportunity to grow up healthy.
Topics: Systems Building, Health & Safety
Continue ReadingHealth Resource Spotlight: Bring Out the Best in Your Children
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Krista Scott on March 20, 2017
Topics: Systems Building, Parenting, Health & Safety
Continue ReadingProvider Health Spotlight on the Kennedy Child Study Center (KCSC)
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Krista Scott on February 17, 2017
Topics: Workforce, Best Practices, Health & Safety
Continue ReadingHealth Resource Spotlight: Getting Fluoride for Your Child
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Krista Scott on February 17, 2017
Topics: Health & Safety
Continue ReadingProvider Health Spotlight on Yolanda Gilbert
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Krista Scott on January 23, 2017
Topics: Best Practices, Health & Safety
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