Healthcare refers to taking care of people and nursing them back to full health. It also involves taking measures to prevent diseases from occurring and spreading. But who are the people who administer healthcare and what is their role in society as a whole? Read this blog to find out! Who is a healthcare professional? […]
Local health department professionals are uniquely aware of the health issues and risks affecting their towns and cities. Some counties have a disproportionate number of homes with lead paint, and others have increasing asthma prevalence rates among children. Children are especially sensitive and vulnerable to exposures and health risks from certain environmental hazards due to […]
Health, safety, and nutrition in early childhood education are of utmost importance when it comes to operating a high-quality childcare center. While health and safety might seem like basic elements of a good childcare facility, these factors can support the cognitive development of preschoolers. Whether you are a parent searching for the right childcare center for your child […]
Children’s healthcare, pediatrics, and access to pediatrics are essential to the health and development of every child. Pediatrics focuses on caring for children up to the age of 18. Children are not smaller versions of adults; they have unique healthcare needs best served by pediatrics. Here is why children must have access to health care. Early […]
Children differ from adults physically, mentally, biologically, and socially, and are growing and developing. “Children” refers to infants, children and adolescents. Environments free from hazards are best for children. Children may, however, encounter hazards such as chemicals in the environment (toxicants) as they move through their day. Children often are more vulnerable than adults to […]
Babies and children are not just small adults. Their healthcare needs are different. So, it’s important to find a healthcare provider who offers specialized care. The medical specialty dealing with children is called pediatrics. As a baby grows and develops, a primary care provider (PCP) is essential for routine care, as well as for illnesses […]
Many parents know that loud noise can hurt a child’s hearing. Very loud sounds — from fireworks or firearms, for example — can cause immediate damage. Using personal listening devices for music, videos and classes can also cause damage if they’re too loud. But we are also learning that too-noisy environments can have harmful effects […]
Six reasons to protect babies and children from air pollution Their lungs are still developing, and air pollution can interfere with this biological process Their bodies are less able to metabolize, detoxify, and excrete the toxicants contained in air pollution Their brains are still developing, and neurotoxic compounds in air pollution can affect children’s cognitive […]
PROTECTING THE ENVIRONMENT Adults know good and well if we don’t change our habits the planet is going to suffer even more than it already has. The importance of preserving and protecting the beauty of nature isn’t just about the trees and birds, but it is also paramount to human survival. Without humans the earth’s […]
When we think about early learning environments, what comes to mind? Often, it’s things: alphabet puzzles, books lined up neatly on shelves, blocks, water tables, and more. But the most important part of a positive early learning environment is you. Teachers and family child care providers—all the education staff working with the children are what matter […]