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Hello. I'm Allison McNair. Welcome to NH Outlook. |
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In this program - taking care of New Hampshire's children. Is there equal opportunity when it comes to children living in New Hampshire's poorist communities? A new study says no. |
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And the hazards of lead paint. what you can do to protect your family. |
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But first, New Hampshire will have a new parental notification law within several days. The House approved the bill which requires healthcare providers to notify a parent at least 48 hours prior to performing an abortion on a minor. In the case where the girl feels she cannot inform a parent, she may go to a judge instead.Governor Benson has said he'll sign the bill. We got reaction from both sides to the vote. |
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It's exciting to see the final chapter unfold today and I was excited to see the first time I feel the House of Representatives for the first time has ratified parents' rights. It's the most exciting day I think in 30 years for advocates of parents' rights. It's a criminal statute - we're going to be charging doctors, we're going to be investigating medical files, we're going to be prosecuting people who are trying to provide medical care for young women at their most vulnerable time. Anybody who doesn't think that's going to happen is smoking something funny. The other problem is we already find ourselves with OB/GYN doctors leaving the state in droves - this will just accelerate their departure rate. |
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Children in New Hampshire's poorist communities are almost four times more likely to be born to a teen mom, one and a half times more likely to die before their first birthday, and four times more likely to have dangerously high blood lead levels. |
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Those are just some of the findings in a new study that we'll talk about in a few minutes but first, Producer Phil Vaughn introduces us to a New Hampshire mom who is working double-time to make ends meet. |
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The findings from the KIDS COUNT New Hampshire report were released Wednesday. Several hundred people gathered to listen to the latest statistics compiled by the Children's Alliance on children here in the Granite state. The discussion was centered around all issues effecting children - from Medicaid to the disadvantages of schools in our poorest communities. |
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Senator Richard Green There are a lot of players in this process. As I look at education, and childcare - critical pieces. And if we don't pay attention to those pieces we're not going to have the kind of children we want to see or the types of opportunities for those children to have. We have a lot of needy children in our state. and we, as adults, sitting in this room had better raise our voices as a group to make sure that we are heard because as I said earlier, more people spend the time trying to figure out the dollars and cents VS. the impact on the population that we're trying to serve. NICK DONAHUE, Commissioner of Education - The vision I hold in my head is that my children are going to do pretty well. Most of the children of the people in this room are going to do pretty well. I'm interested in the children of my neighbors and the children of the people who I don't know. Who my children are going to have to grow up with and work with and who are going to be paying our taxes in 20-30 years from now. And I think the simple answer there is an easy one to say and it draws a lot of positive attention but it's an investment in early learning. David Stamps - Laconia I think we need inspiring leaders. I think we need to raise the bar. There is great potential for solving problems. All these guys go to Concord trying to solve problems and they just cut money out of the things that are going to solve the problems. We need more education, we need better funding for early education. Barbara Connor French I think it's very important that the citizens of the state of NH know the situation that our children are living in. I feel very strongly as a retired school nurse and as a present legislator that children are our greatest resource and we talk about them being our future and we really need to make that commitment to them. |
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Joining us to talk more about Kids Count 2003, from the Children's Alliance of New Hampshire Peter Antal, the Kids Count Director and Ellen Shemitz the the President of the Children's Alliance. Thank you both for being here. |
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We just watched Phil's piece.average wages of single mom raising one child are BELOW LIVEABLE wage in 13 out of 18 labor markets in NH. what about child care and other supports for low income working parents? Can a low income single mom provide the basics without state assistance? You looked at wealthiest communities and poorest communities and then state of children in those communities.You found disparities between children in poorest comuntites and the wealthiest? What was the most surprising or alarming? let's look at some other findings _ One and a half times more likely to die before their first birthday. _ More than three times more likely to have stayed at a hospital for asthma-related conditions. _ Four times more likely to have dangerously high blood lead levels. _ 50% more likely to experience divorce. _ Only half as likely to score in the proficient or advanced level on standardized third-grade testing of language arts or mathematics. Economic status of families in poorist communities. _ An average drop in median family income of almost $1,000 since 1989, compared to an increase in median family income of over $4,000 in the wealthiest cluster. _ A loss of over $2,000 in average median home values since 1989, compared to an average increase of over $16,000 in the wealthiest cluster. There was some good news when it comes to no prenatal or late prenatal care? |
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If you would like to look at the study in more detail you can log on to the Children's Alliance of New Hampshire at children-n-h-dot-org. |
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As we mentioned earlier, some New Hampshire children are still at risk of exposure to lead paint. And that can cause serious health problems. Last year, producer Phil Vaughn spoke with one family whose child had been diagnosed with high blood lead levels. They were working to rid their home of lead paint. |
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ws ext of house dissolve to parents and children playing a board game. Maryse clip 3-2245 "I was devastated. For nine months I worked so hard to be healthy and watched what I ate so I would have a healthy baby and then to find out that something was poisoning my child." narration 1 - That child is three year old Alexis. She is Maryse and James Pelchat's third. The toxin that was found in her blood two years ago is commonly found in homes throughout New Hampshire. Maryse clip 3-2130 "I wasn't aware of the lead dangers. I just knew that it was used in older homes." Narration 2 - Like in a lot of homes built before 1978, the Pelchat's had lead paint on many of the windows, doors and walls. After moving in here eight years ago, they started to renovate, unaware of the dangers surrounding them and their children. Maryse clip 3-2155 "We first became aware when she was one year old. She was having a check-up and the doctor suggested we do a finger prick and have a routine lead level check." Narration 3 - Alexis tested at fourteen units - slightly higher than the safe levels of ten and less. Maryse 3-2410 "The state contacted us after we had another blood test on her second birthday and the levels were at 30." Sound of Suzanne and LuAnn Narration 4 - LuAnn Speikers is an environmental lead specialist with the Department of Health of Human Services. Suzanne Allison is a state health nurse. They visit the homes of children whose lead blood levels test are higher than 20 units. They identify the sources of the lead and advice parents on how to reduce the hazards. LuAnn 4- 408 "There are a lot more children living in homes with lead who aren't poisoned than children who are. The important message is that renovations are high-risk and living in homes with deteriorating lead paint creates high risk for children." Stand-up "According to the Department of Health and Human Services, about 25 percent of all the lead poisoning cases in New Hampshire are the result of home renovations." LuAnn 4-308 "Just like the case here. When we did our inspection, they were doing renovations." Sound of LuAnn and James talking about windows. She has a lead detection gun and shows him the high levels. Maryse 3-2603 "I was in shock and wanted to sell the house and move to a place where there were no lead dangers. I felt like putting the kids in a bubble - I didn't want it to happen again." Narration 5 - But they didn't leave. Instead, they put the renovations of their 150 year old home on hold. And, they learned how to get the lead out. Sound of Kevin and Maryse Narration 6 - Kevin Sheehan is a renovator and educator. He offers workshops through Health and Human Services on safe ways to work around lead paint. Kevin 2-2520 "The most common mistake is not knowing that what you're doing is causing a problem. Not knowing that scraping of paint can cause lead dust and if you don't contain it, it will stay in your child's environment." Sound of Kevin giving tips to Maryse at several locations around the house. Suzanne 3-1818 "The levels we see most often are preventable. Removing the source is pretty much the treatment." Narration 7- Lead paint was banned in 1978 - prior to that it was commonly used in homes especially those built before 1950. That means in New Hampshire, there's still a lot of lead around. But not all of it needs to be removed. LuAnn 4-330 "If you have a wall with lead paint, it's not a friction area and kids don't chew on it. So, it's probably low risk. It's when you have areas like this where there's chipping that there are risks. Also, places like windows where there is friction, lead dust accumulates." 2-1130 Kevin and Maryse talking about painting over old paint. Kevin 2-2600ish - "What you can do if you are going to renovate is have the house inspected by a lead specialist. Then they can make the necessary recommendations and hand the finishing work off to the renovator." Narration/graphic - And if you're planning renovations, the epa advising the following: Keep children and pregnant women out of the work area. Seal the room off with plastic. Wet the work area with water before sanding or scraping. And, cover the entire floor and furniture in the room. Kevin 2-2700ish "The best advice is to contain the area and clean well after doing the work." Narration 8 - Those most affected by lead paint are children under six years of age. That's because they spend a lot of time on the floor where they can breathe in or ingest lead dust and chips. Suzanne 3-1530 "Lead affects all the systems of the body but primarily the nervous system of children." Sound of Suzanne talking to parents. Suzanne 3-1608 "There usually are no symptoms especially at the level we are talking about. We encourage children to be screened at ages one and two especially if they live in an older home." Maryse 3-2745/2829 "My advice is to be aware of children's surroundings. Talking has helped me and spreading the word that lead is out there and dangerous. We must watch out for it so that our kids don't continue to be poisoned so easily." Dissolve to shot of the family playing. |
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By the way, we've learned that Alexis is doing very well. Her blood lead levels now normal. And the bottom level of their house is now lead free. If you are interested in more informantion about lead in your home, you can call The Department Health and Human Services at 1-800-897-5323. |
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That's it for this edition of our program. I'm Ally McNair. Thanks for joining us. |
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Tonight on New Hampshire Outlook. The Children's Alliance of New Hampshire releases the results of the 2003 KIDS COUNT. We'll have highlights and reaction to the report. Join us tonight at 10:00. |
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NEW HAMPSHIRE OUTLOOK Air Date/Time: 5/29/03 22:00 HOST: Allison McNair Length: 2:00 minutes In this edition of New Hampshire Outlook, NHPTV's nightly news magazine, in this program, taking care of New Hampshire's children. Is there equal opportunity when it comes to children living in New Hampshire's poorist communities? A new study says no. And the hazards of lead paint. what you can do to protect your family. But first, New Hampshire will have a new parental notification law within several days. The House approved the bill which requires healthcare providers to notify a parent at least 48 hours prior to performing an abortion on a minor. In the case where the girl feels she cannot inform a parent, she may go to a judge instead.Governor Benson has said he'll sign the bill. We got reaction from both sides to the vote. PRODUCER/REPORTER: Richard Ager NAME OF PARTICIPANTS: Rep. Jack Kerns\R - Bill Prime Sponsor, Rep. Peter Burling\Democratic House Leader |
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NEW HAMPSHIRE OUTLOOK Air Date/Time: 5/29/03 22:00 HOST: Allison McNair Length: 2:00 minutes In this edition of New Hampshire Outlook, NHPTV's nightly news magazine, in this program, taking care of New Hampshire's children. Is there equal opportunity when it comes to children living in New Hampshire's poorist communities? A new study says no. And the hazards of lead paint. what you can do to protect your family. But first, New Hampshire will have a new parental notification law within several days. The House approved the bill which requires healthcare providers to notify a parent at least 48 hours prior to performing an abortion on a minor. In the case where the girl feels she cannot inform a parent, she may go to a judge instead.Governor Benson has said he'll sign the bill. We got reaction from both sides to the vote. PRODUCER/REPORTER: Richard Ager NAME OF PARTICIPANTS: Rep. Jack Kerns\R - Bill Prime Sponsor, Rep. Peter Burling\Democratic House Leader |
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NEW HAMPSHIRE OUTLOOK Air Date/Time: 5/29/03 22:00 HOST: Allison McNair Length: 2:00 minutes In this edition of New Hampshire Outlook, NHPTV's nightly news magazine, in this program, taking care of New Hampshire's children. Is there equal opportunity when it comes to children living in New Hampshire's poorist communities? A new study says no. And the hazards of lead paint. what you can do to protect your family. But first, New Hampshire will have a new parental notification law within several days. The House approved the bill which requires healthcare providers to notify a parent at least 48 hours prior to performing an abortion on a minor. In the case where the girl feels she cannot inform a parent, she may go to a judge instead.Governor Benson has said he'll sign the bill. We got reaction from both sides to the vote. PRODUCER/REPORTER: Richard Ager NAME OF PARTICIPANTS: Rep. Jack Kerns\R - Bill Prime Sponsor, Rep. Peter Burling\Democratic House Leader |
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NEW HAMPSHIRE OUTLOOK Air Date/Time: 5/29/03 22:00 HOST: Allison McNair Length: 5:00 minutes In this edition of New Hampshire Outlook, NHPTV's nightly news magazine, in this program, taking care of New Hampshire's children. Is there equal opportunity when it comes to children living in New Hampshire's poorist communities? A new study says no. And the hazards of lead paint. what you can do to protect your family. Children in New Hampshire's poorist communities are almost four times more likely to be born to a teen mom, one and a half times more likely to die before their first birthday, and four times more likely to have dangerously high blood lead levels. Those are just some of the findings in a new study that we'll talk about in a few minutes but first, Producer Phil Vaughn introduces us to a New Hampshire mom who is working double-time to make ends meet. PRODUCER/REPORTER: Phil Vaughn NAME OF PARTICIPANTS: Tracy Gagnon\Working Mom, Kristy\Daughter |
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NEW HAMPSHIRE OUTLOOK Air Date/Time: 5/29/03 22:00 HOST: Allison McNair Length: 5:00 minutes In this edition of New Hampshire Outlook, NHPTV's nightly news magazine, in this program, taking care of New Hampshire's children. Is there equal opportunity when it comes to children living in New Hampshire's poorist communities? A new study says no. And the hazards of lead paint. what you can do to protect your family. Children in New Hampshire's poorist communities are almost four times more likely to be born to a teen mom, one and a half times more likely to die before their first birthday, and four times more likely to have dangerously high blood lead levels. Those are just some of the findings in a new study that we'll talk about in a few minutes but first, Producer Phil Vaughn introduces us to a New Hampshire mom who is working double-time to make ends meet. PRODUCER/REPORTER: Phil Vaughn NAME OF PARTICIPANTS: Tracy Gagnon\Working Mom, Kristy\Daughter |
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NEW HAMPSHIRE OUTLOOK Air Date/Time: 5/29/03 22:00 HOST: Allison McNair Length: 5:00 minutes In this edition of New Hampshire Outlook, NHPTV's nightly news magazine, in this program, taking care of New Hampshire's children. Is there equal opportunity when it comes to children living in New Hampshire's poorist communities? A new study says no. And the hazards of lead paint. what you can do to protect your family. Children in New Hampshire's poorist communities are almost four times more likely to be born to a teen mom, one and a half times more likely to die before their first birthday, and four times more likely to have dangerously high blood lead levels. Those are just some of the findings in a new study that we'll talk about in a few minutes but first, Producer Phil Vaughn introduces us to a New Hampshire mom who is working double-time to make ends meet. PRODUCER/REPORTER: Phil Vaughn NAME OF PARTICIPANTS: Tracy Gagnon\Working Mom, Kristy\Daughter |
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NEW HAMPSHIRE OUTLOOK Air Date/Time: 5/29/03 22:00 HOST: Allison McNair Length: 9:00 minutes In this edition of New Hampshire Outlook, NHPTV's nightly news magazine, in this program, taking care of New Hampshire's children. Is there equal opportunity when it comes to children living in New Hampshire's poorist communities? A new study says no. And the hazards of lead paint. what you can do to protect your family. Joining us instudio to talk more about Kids Count 2003, from the Children's Alliance of New Hampshire Peter Antal, the Kids Count Director and Ellen Shemitz the the President of the Children's Alliance. Thank you both for being here. PRODUCER/REPORTER: Allison McNair NAME OF PARTICIPANTS: Peter Antal\Children's Alliance of NH, Ellen Shemitz\Children's Alliance of NH |
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NEW HAMPSHIRE OUTLOOK Air Date/Time: 5/29/03 22:00 HOST: Allison McNair Length: 9:00 minutes In this edition of New Hampshire Outlook, NHPTV's nightly news magazine, in this program, taking care of New Hampshire's children. Is there equal opportunity when it comes to children living in New Hampshire's poorist communities? A new study says no. And the hazards of lead paint. what you can do to protect your family. Joining us instudio to talk more about Kids Count 2003, from the Children's Alliance of New Hampshire Peter Antal, the Kids Count Director and Ellen Shemitz the the President of the Children's Alliance. Thank you both for being here. PRODUCER/REPORTER: Allison McNair NAME OF PARTICIPANTS: Peter Antal\Children's Alliance of NH, Ellen Shemitz\Children's Alliance of NH |
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NEW HAMPSHIRE OUTLOOK Air Date/Time: 5/29/03 22:00 HOST: Allison McNair Length: 9:00 minutes In this edition of New Hampshire Outlook, NHPTV's nightly news magazine, in this program, taking care of New Hampshire's children. Is there equal opportunity when it comes to children living in New Hampshire's poorist communities? A new study says no. And the hazards of lead paint. what you can do to protect your family. Joining us instudio to talk more about Kids Count 2003, from the Children's Alliance of New Hampshire Peter Antal, the Kids Count Director and Ellen Shemitz the the President of the Children's Alliance. Thank you both for being here. PRODUCER/REPORTER: Allison McNair NAME OF PARTICIPANTS: Peter Antal\Children's Alliance of NH, Ellen Shemitz\Children's Alliance of NH |
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NEW HAMPSHIRE OUTLOOK Air Date/Time: 5/29/03 22:00 HOST: Allison McNair Length: 7:00 minutes In this edition of New Hampshire Outlook, NHPTV's nightly news magazine, in this program, taking care of New Hampshire's children. Is there equal opportunity when it comes to children living in New Hampshire's poorist communities? A new study says no. And the hazards of lead paint. what you can do to protect your family. Some New Hampshire children are still at risk of exposure to lead paint. And that can cause serious health problems. Last year, producer Phil Vaughn spoke with one family whose child had been diagnosed with high blood lead levels. They were working to rid their home of lead paint. PRODUCER/REPORTER: Phil Vaughn NAME OF PARTICIPANTS: Maryse Pelchat\Homeowner, LuAnn Speikers\Health and Human Services, Kevin Sheehan\Renovator, Suzanne Allison\Public Health Nurse |
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NEW HAMPSHIRE OUTLOOK Air Date/Time: 5/29/03 22:00 HOST: Allison McNair Length: 7:00 minutes In this edition of New Hampshire Outlook, NHPTV's nightly news magazine, in this program, taking care of New Hampshire's children. Is there equal opportunity when it comes to children living in New Hampshire's poorist communities? A new study says no. And the hazards of lead paint. what you can do to protect your family. Some New Hampshire children are still at risk of exposure to lead paint. And that can cause serious health problems. Last year, producer Phil Vaughn spoke with one family whose child had been diagnosed with high blood lead levels. They were working to rid their home of lead paint. PRODUCER/REPORTER: Phil Vaughn NAME OF PARTICIPANTS: Maryse Pelchat\Homeowner, LuAnn Speikers\Health and Human Services, Kevin Sheehan\Renovator, Suzanne Allison\Public Health Nurse |
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NEW HAMPSHIRE OUTLOOK Air Date/Time: 5/29/03 22:00 HOST: Allison McNair Length: 7:00 minutes In this edition of New Hampshire Outlook, NHPTV's nightly news magazine, in this program, taking care of New Hampshire's children. Is there equal opportunity when it comes to children living in New Hampshire's poorist communities? A new study says no. And the hazards of lead paint. what you can do to protect your family. Some New Hampshire children are still at risk of exposure to lead paint. And that can cause serious health problems. Last year, producer Phil Vaughn spoke with one family whose child had been diagnosed with high blood lead levels. They were working to rid their home of lead paint. PRODUCER/REPORTER: Phil Vaughn NAME OF PARTICIPANTS: Maryse Pelchat\Homeowner, LuAnn Speikers\Health and Human Services, Kevin Sheehan\Renovator, Suzanne Allison\Public Health Nurse |
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