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Vision
A future America in which the right to grow to one's full potential is universally assured through attention to the comprehensive physical, psychological and social needs of the maternal and child health population. We strive for a society where children are wanted and born with optimal health, receive quality care and are nurtured lovingly and sensitively as they mature into healthy, productive adults. MCHB seeks a nation where there is equal access for all to quality health care in a supportive, culturally competent, family and community setting.

History

MCH Timeline: History, Legacy and Resources for Education and Practice, traces the history of maternal and child health in the U.S., provides in-depth modules on topics such as MCH 101, MCH Systems of Care, Infant Mortality and MCH Performance and Accountability, and allows you to search for topical areas of interest.

The Children's Bureau was established in 1912. In 1935, the U.S. Congress enacted Title V of the Social Security Act, which authorized the Maternal and Child Health Services programs and provided a foundation and structure for assuring the health of American mothers and children. 

Organization
A bureau of the Health Resources and Services Administration, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.

Contact MCHB

  • Telephone 301-443-2170

  • FAX 301-443-1797

  • E-mail ctibbs@hrsa.gov 

  • Maternal and Child Health Bureau
    Parklawn Building Room 18-05
    5600 Fishers Lane
    Rockville, Maryland 20857

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