U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
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The Department of Health and Human Services is the United States government's principal agency for protecting the health of all Americans and providing essential human services, especially for those who are least able to help themselves.
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The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
200 Independence Avenue, S.W.
Washington, D.C. 20201
Telephone: 202-619-0257
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Articles by U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
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Tips for Talking to Children in Trauma: Interventions at Home from Preschool to Adolescence
Children are just as affected as adults are by a disaster or traumatic event. Some may be affected even more, but no one...
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Frequently Asked Questions: Immunizing Your Child
I'M WORRIED ABOUT MY BABY'S SHOTS – ARE VACCINES SAFE? Yes! Today's vaccines work best and are the safest in history....
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The Flu: A Guide For Parents
Young children, pregnant women, older adults, and people with chronic health problems can get very sick or be presented...
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Make Fitness Fun
How does exercise benefit your child and your family? • Healthy Weight Physical activity is necessary to help...
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Parent Tips on Physical Activity
Are there special recommendations for young people? It is recommended that children and adolescents participate in at...
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Physical Fitness in Infants and Toddlers
WASHINGTON, D.C. Dr. Jane Clark, professor and chair of the Department of Kinesiology at the University of Maryland,...
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Food Allergies: Questions and Answers for Parents
Food allergy affects up to 6 to 8 percent of children under the age of 3 and close to 4 percent of adults. What is a...
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Alergias alimentarias: Preguntas y respuestas para los padres
La alergia alimentaria afecta del seis al ocho por ciento de los niños menores de tres años y cerca del cuatro por...
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Una Boca Saludable Para Su Bebé
Antes de que nazca su bebé Lo que usted come durante el embarazo es muy importante. Una dieta balanceada le ayudará a...
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10 Tips to Protect Children from Pesticide and Lead Poisonings
Infants and children may be especially sensitive to health risks posed by pesticides for several reasons: their...
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