HEALTH INFORMATION

Here you will find resources and information regarding you and your child's health. You can also find Albina's Policies and Procedures, as well as health documentation that you may need.

Coronavirus Information and Response

AS WE ARE PROVIDED MORE INFORMATION WE WILL UPDATE THIS SECTION.​

Please help keep all staff and children safe. If you or a household member is experiencing any of the following symptoms, please stay home. If you or a household member has a current or suspected COVID-19 case, please stay home. Please report the information here:

COVID-19 Response Team

information shared using this link is confidential. 

COVID-19 Symptoms:

• New loss of taste and smell.

• Fever of 100.4 degrees Fahrenheit or more, without the use of fever‐reducing medication.

• New cough which is out of the ordinary for this person‐ e.g. not typical asthma, allergies.

• Shortness of breath.

RESOURCES

These are State and Government Resources. As always if you have any questions or concerns

contact your families physician.

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• Albina Head Start & Early Head Start Coronavirus Announcements (updated frequently with resources)

• Oregon Health Authority Coronavirus Information Page

• Oregon Department of Education Coronavirus Resources Page

• Centers for Disease Control and Prevention: Coronavirus Information Page

• Families First Coronavirus Response Act

LATEST NEWS 

Newest information will be posted first and as soon as possible

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• Albina Head Start & Early Head Start Coronavirus Announcements (updated frequently with resources)

• Short Video about the Coronavirus

• March 1, 2020 Oregon Health Authority and Oregon Department of Education Resources For Families & Schools

• February 29, 2020 PPS Coronavirus Information

• February 28, 2020 PCC Coronavirus Information​

ALBINA HEAD START HEALTH FORMS

1. Albina Head Start Short Term Exclusion Policy ENG & SP

2. Early Head Start

   • Well Child Exam​

   • Dental Exam

3. Head Start

   • Physician's Statement 

   • Dental Exam

BRUSH, BOOK, BED

Brush, Book, Bed is an American Academy of Pediatrics Program with a simple and clear message for parents:
 

Each night:

1. Help your children to brush their teeth

2. Read a favorite book (or two!)

3. Get to bed at a regular time each night.
    

​The Brush, Book, Bed message and program are intended for children 6 months – 6 years. The program aims to improve oral health services in the medical home by linking oral health information with messages about early literacy, sleep, and establishing a regular nighttime routine.

CLICK HERE FOR THE FULL BRUSH, BOOK, BED HANDOUT

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For more information about Brush, Book, Bed visit:

• Brush, Book, Bed- HealthyChildren.org

• Brush, Book, Bed- American Academy of Pediatrics

HEALTH AND SAFETY RESOURCES

Emergency Preparedness

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1. Earthquake: Drop & Cover

2. Earthquake: How to Reduce Risk of Injuries & Damage

3. Emergency Kit Information

4. Family Disaster Planning

5. Family Member Locator

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Nutrition

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1. USDA Food & Nutrition Service

2. WIC

Vehicle and Pedestrian Safety

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1. Pedestrian Safety Flyer (Eng) (Sp)

2. Pedestrian Safety Booklet (Eng) (Sp)

Other

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1. A Baby's First Smile (Same Small Boat Productions)

2. Chemical and Medicine Safety (Eng) (Sp)

3. Natural Gas Safety Video

4. Oregon Oral Health Coalition

5. Suspected Child Abuse & Neglect Policy & Procedure  

6. What is Amblyopia (optional handout)