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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.

Vision Screening Webinars

Learn how timely vision screening is an important step in early detection of any possible vision problems.

Immunization Schedules

Find current immunization schedules (from the CDC) for children ages birth through 6 years old, catch-up schedules for children birth to 18 years old and the adult schedule by vaccine and age group.

Health Tips for Families Series

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.

Zika

Learn the facts about Zika, how to prevent it, and what to do if someone in your program has it.

Tuberculosis

Learn the facts about tuberculosis (TB), how to prevent it, and what to do if someone in your program has it.

Shigella

Learn the facts about shigella, how to prevent it, and what to do if someone in your program has it.

Measles

Learn the facts about the measles, how to prevent it, and what to do if someone in your program has it.

Impetigo

Learn the facts about impetigo, how to prevent it, and what to do if someone in your program has it.

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