Resources for Parents
Where to get a flu shot for adults & children.
Flu Shot Information & Locations
A comprehensive site for parents to learn about their child's
health. Covers many topics such as illnesses/injuries,
nutrition/recipes, growth & development, safety, parenting tips,
etc.
Kids' Health for Parents
The Texas Dept. of State Health Services offers steps you can
take to stay healthy. This site discusses the differences
between seasonal flu and pandemic flu, while offering other links
for family preparedness.
Steps to Stay Healthy
A fun web site that offers great tips on meal planning/shopping
tips, family recipe ideas, and even a live blog where you
can "ask the expert" your questions about nutrition.
Fruits & Veggies: More Matters
Calculate your child's BMI in a snap and see where he/she falls
on the BMI growth chart in percentiles.
Body Mass Index (BMI) Calculator
Order replacement or additional glasses online at discounted
prices.
Lost or Broken Glasses?
Learn the signs and symptoms of a concussion. Know when to seek
medical care.
Concussion Fact Sheet
Watch this child friendly video with your kids to help prevent
the spread of germs.
How to Sneeze Video
The Choking Game is a misunderstood activity causing death and
suffering for thousands of families worldwide. G.A.S.P. is a
nationwide campaign set up to fight this "game" with the most
powerful weapon at our disposal: education.
Help Stop the Choking Game
Resources for Kids
A comprehensive site for kids to learn about their own health.
Covers many topics such as illnesses/injuries, feelings, common
questions kids have, safety, etc.
Kids' Health for Kids
Created by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
for kids 9-13 years old. Provides comprehensive information for
kids to make healthy lifestyle choices.
BAM! Body and Mind
Contains fun games and activities to help kids get excited about
eating more fruits and vegtables. Includes healthy snack recipes
easy enough for kids to make.
Fruit & Veggie Color Champions
Nutrition education for kids to learn through games/activities.
Nutrition Explorations
Dental health facts and information, includes games and other
useful links for kids.
Kids' Stuff
Online games and activities for elementary aged kids to learn
about dental health.
Colgate Kids' World
Watch the right and wrong way to wash your hands, in order to prevent the
spread of germs.
How to wash your hands