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05/06/2026

Did you know? Carbon monoxide poisoning causes over 400 deaths annually in the U.S. alone. Protect your home and loved ones—install CO alarms and test them regularly!

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05/05/2026

Children are natural problem solvers. Children problem solve when learning to walk, when they learn to pick up a ball from the floor, and when they learn to put a spoon in their mouth. Mathematical play should be geared around the idea of problem solving. This does not mean finding the right answer to a problem like 2 + 2, it means designing scenarios where children have to apply the mathematical knowledge they already have to a new situation and be able to reflect on their own processes or strategies for solving or fixing these situations.

Here are some examples of problem solving in play and how you, as a caregiver, can support it.

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05/04/2026

Cavities are one of the most common chronic diseases of childhood in the United States. Untreated cavities can cause pain and infections that may lead to problems with eating, speaking, playing, and learning. Review these oral care tips for your cleaning your baby’s first teeth and contact us with any questions!

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05/01/2026

Cyanobacteria (blue-green algae) in water can affect people, animals, and our environment.

You can get sick if you go into, breathe in, or swallow the water. Animals can get sick or die, and cyanobacteria can reduce oxygen and block sunlight that plants need.

Learn more at cdc.gov/habs

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04/30/2026

It can take 1 to 4 weeks for symptoms to appear after someone's been exposed to the bacteria. Symptoms can last for several weeks.

Some infected people may have no symptoms.

Symptoms depend on the type of infection.

Chest cold symptoms
Common symptoms include:

- Feeling tired
- Fever
- Headache
- Slowly worsening cough
- Sore throat

Younger children may have different symptoms
Instead of chest cold symptoms, children younger than 5 years old may have:

- Diarrhea
- Sneezing
- Sore throat
- Stuffy or runny nose
- Vomiting
- Watery eyes
- Wheezing

Pneumonia symptoms
People with pneumonia caused by M. pneumoniae can seem better than expected for someone with a lung infection. With mild symptoms, people may not stay home or in bed. Thus, the phrase "walking pneumonia" was coined.

Common symptoms include:

- Cough
- Feeling tired
- Fever and chills
- Shortness of breath

visit www.cdc.gov/mycoplasma to learn more.

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04/29/2026

Counterfeit pills can appear as pharmaceutical pills but often contain illegally made fentanyl, benzodiazepines, or other drugs.

Reduce your risk:
- By being aware that pills bought illegally might contain highly potent drugs.
- By using fentanyl test strips (fts), to detect the presence of fentanyl in all different kinds of drugs and drug forms.
- By only taking pills that have been prescribed to you.

Recovery from substance use disorders is possible—it's okay to ask for help. Find treatment options near you by visiting findtreatment.gov or by calling the 24/7, national helpline at 800-662-HELP (4357).

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04/28/2026

Mindfulness is the practice of paying attention on purpose to the present moment, without judging or trying to change your experience. The practice of mindfulness can help children to increase their self-awareness, self-control, and attention. It can also reduce their emotional suffering and increase their compassion for themselves and others. Practicing mindfulness allows middle schoolers to see reality more accurately and without judgment. Regular practice will help to foster an increased sense of well-being.

Encourage your middle schooler to watch this video about emotions. Even better — watch it with your middle schooler and discuss these key findings together:

1️⃣ Mindfulness is an ongoing practice, just like daily physical exercise.
2️⃣ There are three mindfulness skills for kids to focus on:
— Observe: Notice, without words, what is going on in the environment or in their body.
— Describe: Name what they notice using descriptive and non-judgmental language.
— Participate: Throw themselves fully into an activity or experience.

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04/27/2026

To be able to identify a reading problem in their child, parents need to have a sense of the milestones of early literacy. If you have any questions or concerns about your child’s literacy development, talk with your child’s doctor, teacher, or a speech and language specialist. The sooner your child gets the help they need, the easier it will be for your child to learn.

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04/24/2026

Healthy sleep is key for physical, mental, and emotional well-being.💤 Here are some tips to promote healthy sleep. 🌟

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04/23/2026

No matter what kind of headphones you use, keeping the volume at a safe level matters.

Lowering the volume is one of the most important ways to protect your hearing and prevent noise-related hearing loss.

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04/22/2026

Riding a bike is a great way for children to build confidence, stay active, and enjoy the outdoors! Check out this article for ways to keep your child safe while riding.

With a few simple habits, you can reduce your child’s risk of injury and help them build safe riding skills that last a lifetime.

04/22/2026

Check these areas of your body for ticks after being outdoors in grassy, brushy, or wooded areas:

– In and around the ears
– In and around the hair
– Under the arms
– Around the waist
– Inside belly button
– Back of the knees
– Between the legs

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