Child Health Institute Schedules October Research Meeting
Published Date: 6/8/2026
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The Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health & Human Development is holding a public meeting on October 14, 2026, to discuss important health research and grant applications. Anyone interested can join in person or watch online, with some parts closed to protect privacy and trade secrets. This meeting affects researchers, health professionals, and the public by shaping future child health studies and funding decisions.
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