In a recent article on Chalkbeat New York, Christina Veiga discusses how the launch of Pre-K for All has led to improved health outcomes for low-income children. In a report released this month by the National Bureau of Economic Research, using data from 2013 through 2016, researchers found that children eligible for pre-K were more likely to have received immunizations or be screened for infectious diseases, both of which are requirements for enrolling in the city’s programs. The children were also more likely to receive treatment for vision and hearing problems. The researchers suggest that diagnosing and treating chronic health problems earlier could help students feel less overwhelmed in the classroom and communicate with peers and educators more effectively.
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