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A short but important read that succinctly explains the challenges many families face with keeping kids healthy. Healthy Activities should be available to everyone! https://lnkd.in/gamaUhxF

Keep Your Kids Healthy This School Year With These Simple Tips

#health Kids Constipation Problem: 10 Tips for Quick Relief! Kids constipation problem? This guide offers 10 quick tips for relief like increasing fiber, fluids, and movement, plus advice on when to see a doctor for childhood constipation. https://lnkd.in/dyjkc5rr

#childhoodobesity is a major concern nowadays. Cases are risen post covid era. It definitely has left the kids obese with zero physical activity and more Junk. We definitely need some measures to stop this else We end up with young diabetic patients as Diabetes runs in our genes! What’s your thought on this? Schools should take measures in combating this issues. *It should be mandatory to have a dietitian on board in Schools to keep a check on kids. *Compulsory yoga classes for all kids till 12th. *Sports should be an integral part of school curriculum. *Continous Nutrition Education should be imparted to kids. It should be compulsory for all the kids. They should understand the value of health in the earlier years. Please share if you have any other suggestions on it !

❗ Vitally important research and published work on conversations between parents and kids about weight ❗ 👍 The aim of this guide is to help parents and caregivers talk with their children about weight in a positive way 👍 💕 It gives tips and advice on what to say and do to help children be healthy and feel good about their bodies 🧒 Download the PDF in the link below 👇 #publichealth #health #childhealth

🌍 Celebrating Child Health Day 2024: A Call to Action for the Future 🌍 As we observe Child Health Day today, we are reminded of the crucial role that children’s health and well-being play in shaping a brighter future. This annual observance, celebrated on 2nd October 2024, serves as a powerful reminder of our collective responsibility to ensure that all children have access to quality healthcare, proper nutrition, safe environments, and education. Healthy children today become healthy adults tomorrow—capable of leading thriving communities. Now is the time to act, whether by advocating for stronger policies, supporting child health organisations, or simply promoting healthy habits within our own families and communities. 💡 Here’s how we can all contribute: Share key insights on child nutrition, physical and mental health, and wellness. Get involved with local organisations focused on children’s health and development. Advocate for policies that prioritise child healthcare, education, and safety. Organise or attend community events or workshops focused on child health. Encourage physical activity and healthy habits for children in your community. Together, we can create healthier, safer environments for the next generation. Let’s unite to make child health a priority today so that we can build a more promising tomorrow. 🌟 Use these hashtags to amplify the message: #ChildHealthDay #HealthyKids #ChildrensWellbeing #KidsDeserveTheBest #HealthForFuture Let’s make a difference together. Every step we take today brings us closer to a world where every child has the opportunity to grow up healthy and strong. 💪

The Family and the Child (2) Continuing from my previous post on the profound impact of the family environment on a child's growth and development, I'd like to highlight two family/social factors that play out broadly: the health-seeking behavior of the family and attentiveness to the child’s needs. 4. Health-Seeking Behavior: Subtly and , this has a lifelong influence on a child. How a family approaches health care plays a major role in determining a child's health outcomes. A family that is proactive—seeking regular medical check-ups, vaccinations, and promoting healthy lifestyle choices—instills in their children a strong value for self-care and preventive health practices. This proactive stance contrasts sharply with a reactive approach, where medical attention is sought only when issues become severe and untoward complications set in, with gradually reducing quality of life. Following a report by the World Health Organization (WHO), children who receive regular preventive care are 30% more likely to avoid severe health issues later in life compared to those who only receive care in emergencies. This highlights the importance of establishing a proactive health-seeking behavior early on, which can significantly reduce the risk of chronic illnesses and improve overall health outcomes as children grow into adulthood. 5. Attentiveness to the Child's Needs: Nurturing Individual Potential. Every child is unique, with their own set of needs, dreams, and challenges. Families that actively listen to and engage with their children help them feel valued and understood. This attentiveness not only nurtures a child's self-confidence but also encourages these children to explore the interests they have and become more innovative. Findings from the American Psychological Association (APA) indicates that children who feel heard and understood by their parents are 20% more likely to perform well academically and 40% more likely to exhibit strong social skills. This data underscores the profound impact of parental attentiveness on a child's development, influencing their ability to succeed both in school and in social environments. Dear Reader, what then is the essence of this piece of information? Families play a critical role in shaping a child's health and development and this is a constant reminder that the environment we create at home has a lasting impact on a child's future. Largely, children embody the values we uphold. They bloom according to the nurture we give and so, We owe them the legacy of a healthy home. World Health Organization #childhealthadvocacy

A strong beginning changes the whole story. The first 1,000 days impact the rest of your life. Supporting investment in initiatives that reinforce healthy habits, optimal nutrition, and early childhood stimulation is crucial. Health policies reinforce a healthy start of life from conception to early childhood and provide the best ROI. As policy makers, it’s time to invest in healthy lives. Let’s continue this important conversation. Please repost and share to spread the message! #EWOTHCampaign #NewbornHealth #InfantHealth #HealthyStart #EarlyChildhood #PublicHealth #PolicyWisdom #InvestInHealth #FutureLeaders

As a parent, you want to keep your child healthy and in school. Use these 3 tips to maximize their health and minimize the stomachaches and sick days.

About 5 children in each classroom have asthma, which can be worsened by poor indoor air. TIME TO CLEAN THE AIR. Asthma is a lung disease that makes it hard to breathe and that causes symptoms such as shortness of breath, wheezing, coughing or a feeling of tightness in the chest. Here are some facts about asthma: - 15% of children in Canada have asthma and it is one of the leading causes of hospitalization in children. - For every hospitalization for asthma, there are eight emergency room visits! - Asthma is also the leading cause of school absences in Canada. Having clean indoor air is an equity issue. All students deserve a clean, healthy environment in which to learn and thrive. Improving indoor air quality in schools and on school buses will make it easier for kids with asthma to attend and learn at school. Asthma is just one of many ways in which poor indoor air quality affects families. On Day 5 of our #CountdownToCleanAir Day, we are asking for your help in gathering information on the ways in which Ontarians are negatively affected by the air quality in schools, childcare centres and school buses. If you or someone you know has been impacted by the poor indoor air quality in schools, we hope you will consider submitting your IAQ Impact Statement to Ontario School Safety. Sharing your story will help us gather information, raise awareness, as well as prepare and collect information for our legal challenge. Check out the links in the comments below! #CleanAirDay #CountdownToCleanAir #TimeToCleanTheAir #OntarioSchoolSafety #Asthma #CleanAir #CleanAirForKids #ShareYourStory