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CCHP writes for an audience of child care providers, parents, trainers, and child care health consultants. Our materials are supported by trusted sources of health and safety advice, including the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), California Department of Public Health (CDPH), Caring for Our Children (CFOC), and the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP).

Croup in the Child Care Setting

Child with toy stethoscope checking adult
Respiratory Illness
Infectious Diseases
What is croup? Croup is a respiratory illness that causes airway swelling at the voice box (larynx...

Common Cold (Upper Respiratory Infections)

Respiratory Illness
Infectious Diseases
What is the common cold? The common cold is a mild viral infection, usually rhinovirus, of the...

Common Cold

Person sneezing
Respiratory Illness
Infectious Diseases
What is the common cold? The common cold is a mild viral infection, usually rhinovirus, of the...

Notice of Exposure to Communicable Disease

Exclusion
Infectious Diseases
This form will help you prepare a written notice to parents about their children's exposure to...

Exclusion Form for Suspected Illness or Communicable Disease

Exclusion
Healthy Habits and Infection Control
Infectious Diseases
Communicating with parents about health concerns at child care is an important step in caring for...

Daily Health Checks in Early Care and Education Programs

Exclusion
Healthy Habits and Infection Control
The daily health check is an important part of each school day to ensure the health and safety of...

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