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  • Diabetes is one of the most common chronic diseases among children in the United States. About 180,000 children under age 18 years – approximately one in every 400 – suffer from diabetes. (CDC)
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  • It is estimated that approximately 85% of all children with high blood lead levels are Medicaid-eligible. (CDC)
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  • People with diabetes are at great risk of developing serious health complications over time, such as heart disease, kidney disease, blindness, and stroke. (CDC)
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  • Approximately eight million children in the United States suffer from asthma, a leading cause of pediatric hospitalizations and school absenteeism. (CDC)
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  • It is estimated that one in every five African-American children living in an older home has an elevated blood lead level. (CDC)
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  • African-American children are twice as likely to be hospitalized for asthma and are four times as likely to die from asthma as Caucasian children. (EPA)
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The Children's Health Forum (CHF) is a 501(c)(3) national non-profit organization dedicated to the prevention and eradication of childhood diseases that disproportionately impact underserved communities through outreach, public education, and support of community-based partnerships with local elected officials, health advocates, and the private sector. boy_on_grass2

Historically, CHF's primary activity has been in the prevention of childhood lead poisoning, the most significant and preventable environmental health problem facing America's children.  CHF has since expanded its focus to include asthma, diabetes and pediatric HIV/AIDS.  CHF believes that public education is fundamental to the prevention of childhood diseases and works to make a difference through proactive, pragmatic and preventive solutions at the local, state and federal levels of government.

CHF has emerged as a leader in the public health arena by working with Congress to create and maintain a new national federal grant program and standing with elected leaders as they implement new lead hazard prevention initiatives.  CHF continues to develop its reputation as a resource for community leaders looking to make a positive impact on health issues that plague minority communities