CCHA
@cchassociation.bsky.social
The mission of the California Children's Hospital Association is to advance the well-being of children, promote access to high quality pediatric health care, and ensure the long-term viability of children's hospitals.
💸 January can be a tight month for many families.
One thing California families don’t have to worry about?
🍎 Free breakfast and lunch for every public school student, every school day, in California.
More here:
bit.ly/4q5Wu74
#CCHA #SchoolMeals #ChildNutrition #CAKids
One thing California families don’t have to worry about?
🍎 Free breakfast and lunch for every public school student, every school day, in California.
More here:
bit.ly/4q5Wu74
#CCHA #SchoolMeals #ChildNutrition #CAKids
January 29, 2026 at 6:30 PM
💸 January can be a tight month for many families.
One thing California families don’t have to worry about?
🍎 Free breakfast and lunch for every public school student, every school day, in California.
More here:
bit.ly/4q5Wu74
#CCHA #SchoolMeals #ChildNutrition #CAKids
One thing California families don’t have to worry about?
🍎 Free breakfast and lunch for every public school student, every school day, in California.
More here:
bit.ly/4q5Wu74
#CCHA #SchoolMeals #ChildNutrition #CAKids
💉 Good news! You do not need a prescription or insurance to get your child a COVID-19 vaccine in California.
Vaccines are available at pharmacies and clinics, often at no cost.
Keep your kids healthy this season.
#CCHA #ChildrensHealth #VaccinesWork #CAKids
Vaccines are available at pharmacies and clinics, often at no cost.
Keep your kids healthy this season.
#CCHA #ChildrensHealth #VaccinesWork #CAKids
January 22, 2026 at 6:30 PM
💉 Good news! You do not need a prescription or insurance to get your child a COVID-19 vaccine in California.
Vaccines are available at pharmacies and clinics, often at no cost.
Keep your kids healthy this season.
#CCHA #ChildrensHealth #VaccinesWork #CAKids
Vaccines are available at pharmacies and clinics, often at no cost.
Keep your kids healthy this season.
#CCHA #ChildrensHealth #VaccinesWork #CAKids
🩸 January is National Blood Donor Month
Kids rely on blood for surgeries, cancer care, and more. You can help save lives.
Learn more from member hospital @ucsfchildrens.bsky.social:
🔗https://bit.ly/44YGnjh
#CCHA #GiveBlood #DonateForKids
Kids rely on blood for surgeries, cancer care, and more. You can help save lives.
Learn more from member hospital @ucsfchildrens.bsky.social:
🔗https://bit.ly/44YGnjh
#CCHA #GiveBlood #DonateForKids
January 15, 2026 at 6:30 PM
🩸 January is National Blood Donor Month
Kids rely on blood for surgeries, cancer care, and more. You can help save lives.
Learn more from member hospital @ucsfchildrens.bsky.social:
🔗https://bit.ly/44YGnjh
#CCHA #GiveBlood #DonateForKids
Kids rely on blood for surgeries, cancer care, and more. You can help save lives.
Learn more from member hospital @ucsfchildrens.bsky.social:
🔗https://bit.ly/44YGnjh
#CCHA #GiveBlood #DonateForKids
📢 We stand with the @childrenshospitals.bsky.social in calling for evidence-based decisions on the childhood vaccine schedule.
💉 Vaccines protect kids. Let’s keep science at the center.
#CCHA #VaccinesWork #ChildrensHealth
💉 Vaccines protect kids. Let’s keep science at the center.
#CCHA #VaccinesWork #ChildrensHealth
January 8, 2026 at 6:28 PM
📢 We stand with the @childrenshospitals.bsky.social in calling for evidence-based decisions on the childhood vaccine schedule.
💉 Vaccines protect kids. Let’s keep science at the center.
#CCHA #VaccinesWork #ChildrensHealth
💉 Vaccines protect kids. Let’s keep science at the center.
#CCHA #VaccinesWork #ChildrensHealth
Grateful to @padilla.senate.gov for a thoughtful conversation with #CCHA & our colleagues from CHLA, @lluchildrens.bsky.social, @ucsfchildrens.bsky.social, & Cozen O'Connor.
We shared the need to support CA’s children’s hospitals, strengthen the pediatric workforce, & protect funding for kids.
We shared the need to support CA’s children’s hospitals, strengthen the pediatric workforce, & protect funding for kids.
December 11, 2025 at 8:51 PM
Grateful to @padilla.senate.gov for a thoughtful conversation with #CCHA & our colleagues from CHLA, @lluchildrens.bsky.social, @ucsfchildrens.bsky.social, & Cozen O'Connor.
We shared the need to support CA’s children’s hospitals, strengthen the pediatric workforce, & protect funding for kids.
We shared the need to support CA’s children’s hospitals, strengthen the pediatric workforce, & protect funding for kids.
Thank you @aguilar.house.gov for taking the time to meet with #CCHA and our partners from CHLA, @lluchildrens.bsky.social, @ucsfchildrens.bsky.social, & Cozen O'Connor.
We discussed end-of-year priorities for kid’s hospitals, including protecting access to care & investing in future pediatricians.
We discussed end-of-year priorities for kid’s hospitals, including protecting access to care & investing in future pediatricians.
December 11, 2025 at 8:48 PM
Thank you @aguilar.house.gov for taking the time to meet with #CCHA and our partners from CHLA, @lluchildrens.bsky.social, @ucsfchildrens.bsky.social, & Cozen O'Connor.
We discussed end-of-year priorities for kid’s hospitals, including protecting access to care & investing in future pediatricians.
We discussed end-of-year priorities for kid’s hospitals, including protecting access to care & investing in future pediatricians.
Sniffles, fevers, and coughs? Yup, respiratory virus season is here.
Now is a great time to protect your kids (and yourself) by getting up to date on flu, COVID-19, and RSV vaccines.
Check out what you need to know: bit.ly/3L3ZJMz
#CCHA #ChildrensHealth #VaccinesWork
Now is a great time to protect your kids (and yourself) by getting up to date on flu, COVID-19, and RSV vaccines.
Check out what you need to know: bit.ly/3L3ZJMz
#CCHA #ChildrensHealth #VaccinesWork
October 10, 2025 at 8:30 PM
Sniffles, fevers, and coughs? Yup, respiratory virus season is here.
Now is a great time to protect your kids (and yourself) by getting up to date on flu, COVID-19, and RSV vaccines.
Check out what you need to know: bit.ly/3L3ZJMz
#CCHA #ChildrensHealth #VaccinesWork
Now is a great time to protect your kids (and yourself) by getting up to date on flu, COVID-19, and RSV vaccines.
Check out what you need to know: bit.ly/3L3ZJMz
#CCHA #ChildrensHealth #VaccinesWork
🤖 Curious about using ChatGPT for your child’s health?
Member hospital CHOC shares how AI can help with wellness questions at home. Just remember it is not a replacement for professional care.
Learn more: bit.ly/4nht6Jj
#CCHA #CHOC #AIinHealth #PediatricCare #ParentingSmart
Member hospital CHOC shares how AI can help with wellness questions at home. Just remember it is not a replacement for professional care.
Learn more: bit.ly/4nht6Jj
#CCHA #CHOC #AIinHealth #PediatricCare #ParentingSmart
September 30, 2025 at 5:05 PM
🤖 Curious about using ChatGPT for your child’s health?
Member hospital CHOC shares how AI can help with wellness questions at home. Just remember it is not a replacement for professional care.
Learn more: bit.ly/4nht6Jj
#CCHA #CHOC #AIinHealth #PediatricCare #ParentingSmart
Member hospital CHOC shares how AI can help with wellness questions at home. Just remember it is not a replacement for professional care.
Learn more: bit.ly/4nht6Jj
#CCHA #CHOC #AIinHealth #PediatricCare #ParentingSmart
💚 September is Suicide Prevention Month!
If you're feeling overwhelmed, help is here. CalHOPE Connect offers free, confidential support from people who understand.
Visit calhope.org to talk with someone or explore resources.
#SuicidePreventionMonth #CCHA #CalHOPE
If you're feeling overwhelmed, help is here. CalHOPE Connect offers free, confidential support from people who understand.
Visit calhope.org to talk with someone or explore resources.
#SuicidePreventionMonth #CCHA #CalHOPE
September 23, 2025 at 5:03 PM
💚 September is Suicide Prevention Month!
If you're feeling overwhelmed, help is here. CalHOPE Connect offers free, confidential support from people who understand.
Visit calhope.org to talk with someone or explore resources.
#SuicidePreventionMonth #CCHA #CalHOPE
If you're feeling overwhelmed, help is here. CalHOPE Connect offers free, confidential support from people who understand.
Visit calhope.org to talk with someone or explore resources.
#SuicidePreventionMonth #CCHA #CalHOPE
🎮💄 Spotlight on member hospital CHLA and their newly renovated Teen Lounge!
This vibrant space features cozy lounge chairs, gaming shelves, glam stations, and more.
Creating space for teens to connect, create, and just be kids.
#CCHA #CHLA #TeenLounge #HealingWithJoy
This vibrant space features cozy lounge chairs, gaming shelves, glam stations, and more.
Creating space for teens to connect, create, and just be kids.
#CCHA #CHLA #TeenLounge #HealingWithJoy
September 17, 2025 at 5:05 PM
🎮💄 Spotlight on member hospital CHLA and their newly renovated Teen Lounge!
This vibrant space features cozy lounge chairs, gaming shelves, glam stations, and more.
Creating space for teens to connect, create, and just be kids.
#CCHA #CHLA #TeenLounge #HealingWithJoy
This vibrant space features cozy lounge chairs, gaming shelves, glam stations, and more.
Creating space for teens to connect, create, and just be kids.
#CCHA #CHLA #TeenLounge #HealingWithJoy
🎗 September is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month!
The HPV vaccine can prevent several cancers later in life. It is recommended for kids starting at age 9, with routine vaccination at 11–12.
Learn more: bit.ly/45RlIP3
#HPVPrevention #ChildhoodCancerAwareness #CCHA
The HPV vaccine can prevent several cancers later in life. It is recommended for kids starting at age 9, with routine vaccination at 11–12.
Learn more: bit.ly/45RlIP3
#HPVPrevention #ChildhoodCancerAwareness #CCHA
September 12, 2025 at 5:04 PM
🎗 September is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month!
The HPV vaccine can prevent several cancers later in life. It is recommended for kids starting at age 9, with routine vaccination at 11–12.
Learn more: bit.ly/45RlIP3
#HPVPrevention #ChildhoodCancerAwareness #CCHA
The HPV vaccine can prevent several cancers later in life. It is recommended for kids starting at age 9, with routine vaccination at 11–12.
Learn more: bit.ly/45RlIP3
#HPVPrevention #ChildhoodCancerAwareness #CCHA
Appreciate the time with Congressman Vince Fong to talk about protecting pediatric care access and the role of children’s hospitals in keeping Central Valley kids healthy.
#CCHA #ChildrensHealth #PediatricCare #AdvocateForKids
#CCHA #ChildrensHealth #PediatricCare #AdvocateForKids
September 11, 2025 at 5:02 PM
Appreciate the time with Congressman Vince Fong to talk about protecting pediatric care access and the role of children’s hospitals in keeping Central Valley kids healthy.
#CCHA #ChildrensHealth #PediatricCare #AdvocateForKids
#CCHA #ChildrensHealth #PediatricCare #AdvocateForKids
Thank you Congressman Valadao for meeting with CCHA CEO Ann Kuhns to discuss how federal investments in children’s hospitals support care for millions of kids across California.
#CCHA #ChildrensHealth #PediatricCare #AdvocateForKids
#CCHA #ChildrensHealth #PediatricCare #AdvocateForKids
September 10, 2025 at 9:44 PM
Thank you Congressman Valadao for meeting with CCHA CEO Ann Kuhns to discuss how federal investments in children’s hospitals support care for millions of kids across California.
#CCHA #ChildrensHealth #PediatricCare #AdvocateForKids
#CCHA #ChildrensHealth #PediatricCare #AdvocateForKids
Thank you @aguilar.house.gov for meeting with our member hospitals Rady Children's, CHOC, & @ucsfchildrens.bsky.social, along with Cozen O'Connor, to discuss key priorities for children's health including increased funding to train pediatricians & protecting Medi-Cal hospitals from harmful cuts.
September 9, 2025 at 9:39 PM
Thank you @aguilar.house.gov for meeting with our member hospitals Rady Children's, CHOC, & @ucsfchildrens.bsky.social, along with Cozen O'Connor, to discuss key priorities for children's health including increased funding to train pediatricians & protecting Medi-Cal hospitals from harmful cuts.
Thank you @schiff.senate.gov for meeting with us to discuss our end-of-year priorities to support children’s health.
CCHA CEO Ann Kuhns joined leaders from @radychildrensoc.bsky.social, @ucsfchildrens.bsky.social, CHOC, CHLA, & Cozen O'Connor.
#CCHA #ChildrensHealth #AdvocateForKids
CCHA CEO Ann Kuhns joined leaders from @radychildrensoc.bsky.social, @ucsfchildrens.bsky.social, CHOC, CHLA, & Cozen O'Connor.
#CCHA #ChildrensHealth #AdvocateForKids
September 9, 2025 at 6:06 PM
Thank you @schiff.senate.gov for meeting with us to discuss our end-of-year priorities to support children’s health.
CCHA CEO Ann Kuhns joined leaders from @radychildrensoc.bsky.social, @ucsfchildrens.bsky.social, CHOC, CHLA, & Cozen O'Connor.
#CCHA #ChildrensHealth #AdvocateForKids
CCHA CEO Ann Kuhns joined leaders from @radychildrensoc.bsky.social, @ucsfchildrens.bsky.social, CHOC, CHLA, & Cozen O'Connor.
#CCHA #ChildrensHealth #AdvocateForKids
🏫 With school back in session, recess is back too—and so are playground scrapes and spills.
Our member hospital, Miller Children's, shares helpful tips to keep kids safe while they swing, slide, and climb during the school day.
Read more: bit.ly/45OdpmW
#CCHA #BackToSchool #PlaygroundSafety
Our member hospital, Miller Children's, shares helpful tips to keep kids safe while they swing, slide, and climb during the school day.
Read more: bit.ly/45OdpmW
#CCHA #BackToSchool #PlaygroundSafety
August 28, 2025 at 5:03 PM
🏫 With school back in session, recess is back too—and so are playground scrapes and spills.
Our member hospital, Miller Children's, shares helpful tips to keep kids safe while they swing, slide, and climb during the school day.
Read more: bit.ly/45OdpmW
#CCHA #BackToSchool #PlaygroundSafety
Our member hospital, Miller Children's, shares helpful tips to keep kids safe while they swing, slide, and climb during the school day.
Read more: bit.ly/45OdpmW
#CCHA #BackToSchool #PlaygroundSafety
👁️ August is Children’s Eye Health and Safety Month!
Vision plays a big role in learning, play, and development. From screen time strain to sports injuries, protecting your child’s eyes now can make a lasting difference.
Find tips and info at: www.aao.org
#CCHA #ChildrensEyeHealth #VisionMatters
Vision plays a big role in learning, play, and development. From screen time strain to sports injuries, protecting your child’s eyes now can make a lasting difference.
Find tips and info at: www.aao.org
#CCHA #ChildrensEyeHealth #VisionMatters
August 21, 2025 at 5:04 PM
👁️ August is Children’s Eye Health and Safety Month!
Vision plays a big role in learning, play, and development. From screen time strain to sports injuries, protecting your child’s eyes now can make a lasting difference.
Find tips and info at: www.aao.org
#CCHA #ChildrensEyeHealth #VisionMatters
Vision plays a big role in learning, play, and development. From screen time strain to sports injuries, protecting your child’s eyes now can make a lasting difference.
Find tips and info at: www.aao.org
#CCHA #ChildrensEyeHealth #VisionMatters
🏆 Congrats to member hospital Stanford Children's on being ranked a 2025 Top 10 children’s hospital for cardiology and cardiac surgery by Newsweek!
The Betty Irene Moore Children’s Heart Center delivers expert, compassionate care for kids of all ages.
#CCHA #HeartCare #NewsweekTop10 #PediatricCare
The Betty Irene Moore Children’s Heart Center delivers expert, compassionate care for kids of all ages.
#CCHA #HeartCare #NewsweekTop10 #PediatricCare
August 13, 2025 at 7:44 PM
🏆 Congrats to member hospital Stanford Children's on being ranked a 2025 Top 10 children’s hospital for cardiology and cardiac surgery by Newsweek!
The Betty Irene Moore Children’s Heart Center delivers expert, compassionate care for kids of all ages.
#CCHA #HeartCare #NewsweekTop10 #PediatricCare
The Betty Irene Moore Children’s Heart Center delivers expert, compassionate care for kids of all ages.
#CCHA #HeartCare #NewsweekTop10 #PediatricCare
📚 August is National Immunization Awareness Month!
As the school year approaches, it is the perfect time to make sure your child is up to date on routine vaccines. A simple check-up now helps protect their health all year long.
Learn more: shotsforschool.org
#NIAM #CCHA #VaccinesWork
As the school year approaches, it is the perfect time to make sure your child is up to date on routine vaccines. A simple check-up now helps protect their health all year long.
Learn more: shotsforschool.org
#NIAM #CCHA #VaccinesWork
August 8, 2025 at 7:58 PM
📚 August is National Immunization Awareness Month!
As the school year approaches, it is the perfect time to make sure your child is up to date on routine vaccines. A simple check-up now helps protect their health all year long.
Learn more: shotsforschool.org
#NIAM #CCHA #VaccinesWork
As the school year approaches, it is the perfect time to make sure your child is up to date on routine vaccines. A simple check-up now helps protect their health all year long.
Learn more: shotsforschool.org
#NIAM #CCHA #VaccinesWork
🎂 Medicaid turns 60 today—but we’re raising the alarm, not celebrating.
Over 5 million kids in CA rely on Medi-Cal, and new federal changes threaten their care.
We won’t back down. Kids’ health isn’t up for debate.
#ProtectMedicaid #CAKids #Medicaid60 #CCHA
Over 5 million kids in CA rely on Medi-Cal, and new federal changes threaten their care.
We won’t back down. Kids’ health isn’t up for debate.
#ProtectMedicaid #CAKids #Medicaid60 #CCHA
July 30, 2025 at 5:04 PM
🎂 Medicaid turns 60 today—but we’re raising the alarm, not celebrating.
Over 5 million kids in CA rely on Medi-Cal, and new federal changes threaten their care.
We won’t back down. Kids’ health isn’t up for debate.
#ProtectMedicaid #CAKids #Medicaid60 #CCHA
Over 5 million kids in CA rely on Medi-Cal, and new federal changes threaten their care.
We won’t back down. Kids’ health isn’t up for debate.
#ProtectMedicaid #CAKids #Medicaid60 #CCHA
Feeling overwhelmed by current events? You’re not alone.
The Soluna App offers free, anonymous mental health support for California youth ages 13 to 25. Tools, tips, and someone to talk to—right when you need it.
🔗http://solunaapp.com
#SolunaApp #MentalHealthSupport #CAYouth #CCHA
The Soluna App offers free, anonymous mental health support for California youth ages 13 to 25. Tools, tips, and someone to talk to—right when you need it.
🔗http://solunaapp.com
#SolunaApp #MentalHealthSupport #CAYouth #CCHA
July 24, 2025 at 5:03 PM
Feeling overwhelmed by current events? You’re not alone.
The Soluna App offers free, anonymous mental health support for California youth ages 13 to 25. Tools, tips, and someone to talk to—right when you need it.
🔗http://solunaapp.com
#SolunaApp #MentalHealthSupport #CAYouth #CCHA
The Soluna App offers free, anonymous mental health support for California youth ages 13 to 25. Tools, tips, and someone to talk to—right when you need it.
🔗http://solunaapp.com
#SolunaApp #MentalHealthSupport #CAYouth #CCHA
☀️ July is UV Safety Month!
Protecting kids from sunburns takes more than just sunscreen. Our member hospital, Miller Children’s, shares expert tips for safe summer fun and healthy skin.
🔗https://bit.ly/4046VNB
#UVSafetyMonth #CCHA #SkinSafety #PediatricCare #SummerSafety
Protecting kids from sunburns takes more than just sunscreen. Our member hospital, Miller Children’s, shares expert tips for safe summer fun and healthy skin.
🔗https://bit.ly/4046VNB
#UVSafetyMonth #CCHA #SkinSafety #PediatricCare #SummerSafety
July 17, 2025 at 5:05 PM
☀️ July is UV Safety Month!
Protecting kids from sunburns takes more than just sunscreen. Our member hospital, Miller Children’s, shares expert tips for safe summer fun and healthy skin.
🔗https://bit.ly/4046VNB
#UVSafetyMonth #CCHA #SkinSafety #PediatricCare #SummerSafety
Protecting kids from sunburns takes more than just sunscreen. Our member hospital, Miller Children’s, shares expert tips for safe summer fun and healthy skin.
🔗https://bit.ly/4046VNB
#UVSafetyMonth #CCHA #SkinSafety #PediatricCare #SummerSafety
👏 Big news from our member hospital @valleychildrens.bsky.social!
They are the first in the U.S. to bring new nitric oxide tech to pediatric patients making respiratory care simpler, safer, and closer to home.
🔗https://bit.ly/406SSqu
#CCHA #ValleyChildrens #PediatricCare #InnovationInHealthCare
They are the first in the U.S. to bring new nitric oxide tech to pediatric patients making respiratory care simpler, safer, and closer to home.
🔗https://bit.ly/406SSqu
#CCHA #ValleyChildrens #PediatricCare #InnovationInHealthCare
July 10, 2025 at 5:05 PM
👏 Big news from our member hospital @valleychildrens.bsky.social!
They are the first in the U.S. to bring new nitric oxide tech to pediatric patients making respiratory care simpler, safer, and closer to home.
🔗https://bit.ly/406SSqu
#CCHA #ValleyChildrens #PediatricCare #InnovationInHealthCare
They are the first in the U.S. to bring new nitric oxide tech to pediatric patients making respiratory care simpler, safer, and closer to home.
🔗https://bit.ly/406SSqu
#CCHA #ValleyChildrens #PediatricCare #InnovationInHealthCare
🎆 Happy #FourthofJuly from all of us at #CCHA!
Today we celebrate the strength, resilience, and spirit of our communities, and the promise of a healthier future for every child in California. Wishing you a safe and joyful holiday with your loved ones. ❤️🤍💙
#CAKids #PediatricCare #IndependenceDay
Today we celebrate the strength, resilience, and spirit of our communities, and the promise of a healthier future for every child in California. Wishing you a safe and joyful holiday with your loved ones. ❤️🤍💙
#CAKids #PediatricCare #IndependenceDay
July 4, 2025 at 5:05 PM
🎆 Happy #FourthofJuly from all of us at #CCHA!
Today we celebrate the strength, resilience, and spirit of our communities, and the promise of a healthier future for every child in California. Wishing you a safe and joyful holiday with your loved ones. ❤️🤍💙
#CAKids #PediatricCare #IndependenceDay
Today we celebrate the strength, resilience, and spirit of our communities, and the promise of a healthier future for every child in California. Wishing you a safe and joyful holiday with your loved ones. ❤️🤍💙
#CAKids #PediatricCare #IndependenceDay
🚨We’re urging Congress to vote NO on H.R. 1.
The bill threatens access to health care for California’s children by slashing critical Medi-Cal funding and putting coverage at risk for millions of families.
Protect Medi-Cal. Protect kids.
#CCHA #NoOnHR1 #ProtectMediCal #CAKidsDeserveBetter
The bill threatens access to health care for California’s children by slashing critical Medi-Cal funding and putting coverage at risk for millions of families.
Protect Medi-Cal. Protect kids.
#CCHA #NoOnHR1 #ProtectMediCal #CAKidsDeserveBetter
July 2, 2025 at 10:37 PM
🚨We’re urging Congress to vote NO on H.R. 1.
The bill threatens access to health care for California’s children by slashing critical Medi-Cal funding and putting coverage at risk for millions of families.
Protect Medi-Cal. Protect kids.
#CCHA #NoOnHR1 #ProtectMediCal #CAKidsDeserveBetter
The bill threatens access to health care for California’s children by slashing critical Medi-Cal funding and putting coverage at risk for millions of families.
Protect Medi-Cal. Protect kids.
#CCHA #NoOnHR1 #ProtectMediCal #CAKidsDeserveBetter