CHEER CHAMPION OF THE WEEK: MARSHALL HEALTH NETWORK

Jan 25, 2026

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Congratulations to Marshall Health Network, CHEER’s CHAMPion of the Week, for launching a breastfeeding support policy that strengthens care for mothers and babies across their network. Melanie Akers, Vice President of Women’s & Children’

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CHEER CHAMPION OF THE WEEK: ANGELA FERGUSON-PARKER

Jan 11, 2026

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For nearly two decades, Angela Ferguson-Parker has been a trusted source of guidance, compassion, and expertise for new families at Southwest Mississippi Regional Medical Center (SMRMC) in McComb, Mississippi. As a Lactation Counselor in the Labor, Delivery, Recovery, and Postpartum (LDRP) Departmen

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CHEER CHAMPION OF THE WEEK: KARA D. NAPIER

Jan 4, 2026

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Kara D. Napier, RD, LD, is a passionate advocate for maternal and child health and a dedicated leader in breastfeeding support. As the West Virginia WIC State Breastfeeding Coordinator, Kara oversees the state’s breastfeeding program and partners with seven WV CHAMPS National hospitals to advance

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