Maternal Child Health
Child Fatality Review
Through our Child Fatality Review Team, WEDCO tracks and analyzes child deaths in our district. These reviews identify preventable risk factors, especially in underserved communities, and inform public outreach campaigns around safe sleep, injury prevention, and maternal health.
What Sets Us Apart
What sets this program apart:
- Quarterly case reviews with coroners, providers, and advocates
- Prevention campaigns focused on racial disparities in infant deaths
- Workshops on safe sleep, breastfeeding, and prenatal care
- Grief support outreach — a dedicated team member connects impacted families to counseling, support groups, and funeral assistance
Our goal is not only to prevent future loss — but to support those navigating unimaginable grief with compassion and care.
Explore Maternal Child Health Services & Programs
Look through our services and programs for maternal child health.
KY HANDS
Our free home visiting program offers personalized support for moms-to-be and new parents, from pregnancy through your child’s first two years, helping you every step of the way.
WIC
WEDCO District Health Department proudly offers the WIC Program to support pregnant women, new mothers, infants, and children up to age five.
Pediatric Head Trauma Prevention
Promotes pediatric head trauma prevention through caregiver education, safety awareness, and community outreach to reduce injury risks in infants and young children.
Child Fatality Review
We examine the causes and circumstances of child deaths in our region, with the goal of identifying prevention strategies and improving the health and safety of children in our communities.