Young Children and Lead in Drinking Water
Learn about the effects of lead on young children and how to prevent exposure in drinking water.
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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.
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.
Physical Health
In this chapter in the Health Manager Orientation Guide, learn about the role of the health manager in promoting physical health of children.
Medical Homes and Well-Child Checkups
This section of the Health Manager Orientation Guide discusses medical homes and well-child checkups.
Immunizations
This section of the Health Manager Orientation Guide discusses immunizations for children.
Vision and Hearing Screenings
This section of the Health Manager Orientation Guide discusses vision and hearing screenings.
Common Childhood Illnesses
This section of the Health Manager Orientation Guide discusses common childhood illnesses.
Physical Health Considerations for Infants and Toddlers
This section of the Health Manager Orientation Guide discusses physical health considerations for infants and toddlers.
Sharing Information About Physical Health
This section of the Health Manager Orientation Guide discusses physical health training.
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.
