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Physical Health

Health is the foundation of school readiness. To help children thrive, Head Start staff ensure that children are up to date on immunizations and their state’s Early and Periodic Screening, Diagnosis, and Treatment (EPSDT) schedule, learn healthy habits, and can access the care they need. Head Start programs also promote the physical and social and emotional well-being of families and staff.

Protecting Young Children from Hearing Loss

Thu, 06/29/2023 - 10:25

Watch this video to learn about protecting young children's hearing and strategies to share with staff and families about preventing ear infections and injuries.

Asthma

Fri, 06/30/2023 - 08:47

Asthma is a leading chronic illness among children in the United States. This resource can help you provide families with facts about asthma, including triggers and how to support children with asthma.

Influenza

Fri, 06/30/2023 - 11:28

Influenza, or “the flu," is a contagious disease that infects the nose, throat, and sometimes lungs. Learn more about the symptoms, how Head Start programs can address influenza, and proper hand-washing techniques.

Head Lice

Thu, 07/13/2023 - 08:53

The discovery of head lice can be alarming, but families, teachers, and caregivers can manage lice with very little disruption to a child’s routine. Explore these tips for dealing with head lice.

Infectious Diseases

Wed, 10/11/2023 - 11:20

Explore these resources to find information and tools that staff can use to reduce the risk of infection for children, families, and staff in Head Start programs.

Indoor Air Quality and Ventilation

Thu, 10/19/2023 - 13:20

Air quality affects the health and well-being of children, staff, and families. Following these tips can help improve indoor air quality with ventilation, filtration, and more.

Getting Up to Date with Childhood Immunizations

Wed, 11/08/2023 - 13:10

Childhood immunizations reduce the risk of many illnesses. View this webinar recording to learn about the immunization schedule and why immunizations are important.

Sesame Street Resources for Health, Behavioral Health, and Safety

Wed, 12/20/2023 - 09:23

Explore these resources created by the National Center on Health, Behavioral Health, and Safety and Sesame Workshop to support healthy practices in early childhood settings.

Tummy Time Activities During Home Visits

Fri, 02/09/2024 - 11:07

Home visitors and others who work with families can use this resource to share information about tummy time, include tummy time in daily routines, and assess a family’s home to make sure tummy time is safe.