Head Lice
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.
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.
Asthma
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
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.
Protecting Young Children from Hearing Loss
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.
Young Children and Lead in Drinking Water
Learn about the effects of lead on young children and how to prevent exposure in drinking water.
Why Should Head Start Programs Test Water for Lead?
Hear from Marco Beltran, senior program specialist from the Office of Head Start, about testing water for lead in Head Start facilities.
Managing Infectious Diseases: Immunizations
Infectious diseases can pose great risks in early education settings. This video addresses immunizations as an approach to managing infectious diseases in early education settings.
Respiratory Syncytial Virus
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.
Why It's Important to Get an Influenza Vaccine Every Year
Learn why it’s important to get an influenza vaccination every year. Find out how getting a flu shot not only protects you from influenza, but it protects your loved ones and those closest to you.
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.