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Guidance, information and practical tips are provided here for parents, caregivers, and early childhood personnel on a range of health and safety issues and topics for infants, toddlers and young children.

     

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1 Minimise the Risk of a Child Choking when Eating and Prevent Serious Food-Related Choking Incidents
2 When a Child Has a Nose Bleed for No Apparent Reason
3 Tips for Enjoying Fireworks Safely and also for Helping Children Keep their Pets Safe
4 Recommended Ways for Protecting Children's Skin, Eyes, and Health from the Harmful Effects of the Sun
5 Vaccination Changes and Immunisation Information, Issues, and Help
6 Controlled Crying to Train Children to Settle Themselves to Sleep: Giving Clarity to Conflicting Opinions
7 Cough and Cold Medicines for Young Children - Problems & Recommendations
8 Technology Warnings - 3D Movies/TVs, Eco-bulbs & Fluorescent Lighting, Mobile Phones
9 Head Lice and Nits - Prevention and Best Treatment
10 Helping Children to Eat Healthily and Get Active
11 What to Do When Parents Insist on Unwell Children Attending
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