Child Care, Child Development, Health and Safety, Parenting
Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is a common respiratory virus that usually causes mild, cold-like symptoms. However, it can be dangerous for babies, toddlers, and older adults. This year, CDC has recommended multiple, new immunizations to protect those most at risk...
Child Care, Child Development, Education, Health and Safety, Parenting
Adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) can have a tremendous impact on future violence victimization and perpetration, and lifelong health and opportunity. CDC works to understand ACEs and prevent them. What are adverse childhood experiences? Adverse childhood...
Child Development, Health and Safety, Parenting
For babies and younger childrenDistract and comfort your child by cuddling, singing, or talking softly.Smile and make eye contact with your child. Let your child know that everything is ok.Comfort your child with a favorite toy or book. A blanket that smells familiar...
Child Care, Child Development, Health and Safety, Parenting
The early years of a child’s life are very important for later health and development. One of the main reasons is how fast the brain grows starting before birth and continuing into early childhood. Although the brain continues to develop and change into adulthood, the...
Health and Safety, Parenting
There’s a growing type 2 diabetes problem in our young people. But parents can help turn the tide with healthy changes that are good for the whole family. Until recently, young children and teens almost never got type 2 diabetes, which is why it used to be called...
Health and Safety, Parenting
Contact: CDC, National Center for Health Statistics, Office of Communication (301) 458-4800 E-mail: paoquery@cdc.gov Nearly 1 in 3 U.S. adults and more than 1 in 4 U.S. children reported having a seasonal allergy, eczema, or food allergy in 2021, according to new data...
