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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.

Home Visitor’s Guide to Helping Families Reduce the Spread of Illness

Use this resource to learn about healthy behaviors to reduce germs and how to share information with families during home visits.

Selecting and Using Cleaning, Sanitizing, or Disinfecting Products

Cleaning, sanitizing, and disinfecting surfaces are important steps to reduce the risk of spreading infectious diseases. Explore this guidance and the product label, which gives specific information on usage.

Cleaning, Sanitizing, and Disinfecting

Use these resources to help you get a handle on cleaning, sanitizing, and disinfecting in early childhood programs and reduce the risk of infectious diseases.

Schedule for Cleaning, Sanitizing, and Disinfecting

This resource can help in developing a schedule for cleaning, sanitizing, and disinfecting. Having a schedule reduces the risk of spreading infectious diseases to children, staff, and visitors.

Managing Infectious Diseases: Infection Control

Learn how to address infection control in early childhood education settings. This video answers common questions about cleaning, sanitizing, and disinfecting.

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