Physical health is an important part of your overall well-being and plays an important role in the healthy development, daily functioning, and long-term well-being of your children and family. Understanding how to access preventive healthcare, reliable health information, and medical support can help you and your family stay healthy, prevent illness, and address health concerns before they become serious.
For more information and resources on preventive care, nutrition, oral health, vision care, medicine safety, and navigating the U.S. healthcare system, review the resources below.
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RESOURCES: Preventive Care & Routine Health
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MyHealthfinder
Resource Type: Website
Source: U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
Description: This tool helps youth and families learn about preventive healthcare, including routine checkups, screenings, vaccinations, and healthy habits.
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Medicine Safety for Children
Medicine Safety for Children
Resource Type: Video
Source: Kansas Poison Center
Description: This video helps parents understand how to safely store and administer medications and prevent accidental poisoning.
Using & Keeping Medicine Safe
Using & Keeping Medicine Safe
Resource Type: Video
Source: Michigan Medicine
Description: This video helps children learn how to stay safe around medicines and understand that medicine should only be taken with the help of a trusted adult.