The Docs For Tots NC Initiative is working to connect health professionals with meaningful ways to support early childhood initiatives that influence the overall health of our young children.

Pediatricians can heal bumps, bruises and prescribe medication, but within the clinical practice walls, they cannot address the overall health issues of children living in poor conditions due to poverty. Issues, such as inadequate housing, malnutrition, inexposure to quality early learning environments, and racial disparities all affect children's overall health and school readiness.

The Docs for Tots NC Initiative is part of a nationwide network of doctors that pursues its vision through:

• Continuing to add to our growing nationwide network of doctors
• Identifying advocacy opportunities and brokering relationships with child advocacy organizations
• Supporting our network of doctors by providing training and technical support for the network using science fact-based resources (i.e., talking points, presentations, and individual technical assistance)
• Developing and implementing special projects and initiatives that fit within our mission and vision

Docs For Tots Information
Learn about the National Docs For Tots Program
National Docs For Tots Website
Learn about the Docs For Tots Launch on Oct. 25, 2007

Docs For Tots Resources
Early Learning and School Readiness
Brain Development
Social and Emotional Foundations
Docs For Tots NC Sponsorship Materials

Durham's Partnership for Chidren thanks the following Docs For Tots NC Sponsors:

The Galesi Family Foundation