News And Annoucements Index

Community gardens, which are gaining popularity, give urban families access to nutritious, fresh produce.

Committee members examine the impact of planned cuts to child care and other programs important to young kids.

Early detection and treatment of autism spectrum disorders can mean earlier interventions and better outcomes.

Study finds that the better a father-to-be is prepared for a new arrival, the more healthy mom and baby will be.

Elected state officials speak up against planned cuts to kids' programs.

At an in-store tour and cooking demonstration, South L.A. families learn how to buy, and prepare, nutritious foods.

New First 5 website shows where and how poverty is affecting hundreds of thousands of children in the region.

Children of mothers suffering postpartum depression can have developmental, emotional and health consequences.

Parents and pediatricians have to overcome powerful food marketing strategies to help young children eat nutritiously.

First 5 LA joins the L.A. Area Chamber of Commerce in nation's capital to advocate for early care and education.

First 5 LA's Best Start is one of the nonprofit community service providers to be located in the Central Facilities Center.

Childless men have higher risk for cardiovascular disease, study finds.

For the first time in Los Angeles, the public will have access to some proceedings in children's court.

A new guide evaluates the developmental assessments that measure literacy and language skills for bilingual preschoolers.

Researchers find that a child's food preferences may begin before birth.

Early childhood advocates gear up for hearings in Sacramento on essential kids' programs.

During First 5 LA's Eat Healthy, Grow Strong campaign, we recognize CFPA for ensuring nutritious food policies for children.

When it comes to breastfeeding, hospital policies matter, according to a recently released report.

Several studies find that older fathers are more likely to breed children with abnormalities than younger men.

As the Governor revises his plan, advocates seek to save newly-established transitional kindergarten.

This week's roundup includes a new First 5 LA commissioner and recognition for ECE High School Recruitment participants.

First 5 LA funds three of Los Angeles' 50 new parks in neighborhoods that lack adequate open space.

Concerns about injuries and academic time may mean not enough outside play time for preschoolers in centers, researchers say.

From increasing access to nutritious foods to ensuring green spaces, PAF grantees will seek positive outcomes for young children.

A recent study found that parents are concerned about their children's weight, but many underestimate the health risks.

The newest First 5 LA and Ready. Set. Grow! free Family Guide focuses on healthy eating and oral health care.

The First 5 LA Commission has approved nearly $8 million for grants to five countywide groups.

Child abuse-related deaths in military families are rising steadily.

Conflicting views from dental professionals on fluoride toothpaste used on infants and toddlers can be confusing.

The director of the L.A. County Department of Public Health's Division of Chronic Disease and Injury Prevention puts childhood obesity and safety in the spotlight.