Prevent Child Abuse America Blog
Discover the latest news and information from Prevent Child Abuse America, including research reviews, policy action alerts, press releases, tips and trends, and so much more.
July 17 2019
ACTION ALERT: Contact the Senate HELP Committee today and ask them to increase authorization levels and funding for CAPTA
Originally enacted in 1974, the Child Abuse Prevention and Treatment Act (CAPTA) is the only…
July 15 2019
A message from Dr. Melissa Merrick
Today, my first day at Prevent Child Abuse America, marks the beginning of a new…
June 18 2019
PRESS RELEASE: Dr. Melissa Merrick Named New President & CEO of Prevent Child Abuse America
Chicago—Prevent Child Abuse America (PCA America) announced today that after a nationwide search its board…
May 30 2019
Shop with AmazonSmile this summer to support Prevent Child Abuse America
Summer’s officially arrived. Whether you’re gearing up for family road trips, wilderness adventures, or even…
May 21 2019
ACTION ALERT: Contact your senator today and ask him/her to fully fund the Child Abuse Prevention and Treatment Act (CAPTA)
Originally enacted in 1974, the Child Abuse Prevention and Treatment Act (CAPTA) is the only…
May 9 2019
RESEARCH REVIEW: New data on ACEs
Welcome to the Research Review. Each month join our Chief Research and Strategy Officer, Dr.…
May 7 2019
Celebrate all moms on Mother’s Day
This Mother’s Day, join us in celebrating moms across the country. Here are a few…
April 15 2019
Keep your baby safe asleep: AAP guidelines to prevent SIDS
These guidelines from the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) help to prevent sudden infant death…
April 10 2019
PRESS RELEASE: Prevent Child Abuse America Announces Successful Re-chartering of Iowa & Mississippi Chapters, Environments for Innovation and Collaboration
Chicago—Prevent Child Abuse America (PCA America) announced today that Prevent Child Abuse Iowa (PCA Iowa)…