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Diseases

Child cleaning her nose with a tissue while sitting at a table in her classroom.Use these resources to learn about common diseases, such as the flu, colds, and COVID-19. Discover infection control strategies that can prevent the spread of disease in early childhood settings. Also learn about what to do if a child in your program is sick.

Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV)

RSV is a viral infection of the respiratory tract that can cause severe illness. Almost all children will get RSV at least once by the time they are 2. This resource will help staff learn more about RSV.

COVID-19 Check-In

Dr. Bergeron shares the unique and creative ways Head Start and Early Head Start staff are supporting the children and families in their programs during the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic.

OHS COVID-19 Updates

Explore the steps Head Start and Early Head Start programs should take to prevent COVID-19 among their staff, children, and families.

Managing Infectious Disease

Dr. Bergeron and Dr. Marco Beltran discuss strategies for managing infectious disease. Head Start programs can follow local guidance and use federal guidance to support their decision-making.

Protect Your Child with Vaccines

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

Is It an Emergency?

This webinar describes the difference between children's emergent and urgent health care needs. Learn the three reasons why a family should take their child to an emergency room, rather than to their primary care provider.

Measles

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