Children are safer when transportation teams work together and communicate well. Explore this fact sheet to discover many of the issues teams are likely to face. Also, learn more about active supervision strategies to keep children safe on buses.
Head Start programs support the mental health of children, families, and staff every day. Early childhood mental health is the same as social and emotional well-being.
NCHBHS designs evidence-based resources and delivers innovative training and technical assistance (TTA) to build the capacity of Head Start and other early childhood programs to support children's healthy development and school success.
Here is information for Head Start staff and others on oral diseases and injury prevention.
There are several important ways to make teeth strong and prevent tooth decay. These include drinking tap (faucet) water with fluoride, brushing with fluoride toothpaste, and having a health professional apply fluoride varnish.
A baby’s teeth start coming in at about 6 to 10 months old and it’s important to take care of their teeth. Learn about what you can do to keep baby teeth healthy.
Some children with disabilities need extra help brushing their teeth. Learn about different ways to position a child for brushing.
Some children with disabilities need extra help brushing their teeth. Learn about different ways to position a child for brushing.
These fact sheets provide important information to families about a variety of health topics. Families can discover useful strategies to support and improve the health and wellness of their children.
Learn the facts about Shigella, how to prevent it and what to do if someone in your program has it.