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

This resource includes tips and information for Head Start staff and other early childhood program staff to care for a child with sickle cell disease.

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.

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, 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.

Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) is a respiratory tract infection that can cause severe illness. This resource helps staff learn more about RSV, which almost all children get at least once by the time they are 2.

This video shares infection control strategies for creating a healthy environment for children and staff. It also includes an overview of the iPD course, Preventing Infectious Diseases in Early Childhood Programs.

Learn about strategies to reduce the spread of infectious diseases in Head Start and child care programs.

This video provides information about how to reduce the risk of infectious diseases through protection against blood-borne pathogens.

Learn how vaccines can protect young children from 14 dangerous diseases. Get tips on talking with parents about infant vaccines.