Bike safety for cyclists of all ages
May 9, 2018
“Properly fitted bicycle helmets are the single most important safety device for cyclists of all ages and are estimated to reduce head injury risk by as much as 85 percent,” says John Dunn, MD, a Kaiser Permanente Washington pediatrician.
Safe, Walkable Communities Are Healthier Communities
March 22, 2018
Walking and biking are healthy ways to get to and from school. Check out these helpful resources from the Safe Routes to School National Partnership that work to increase awareness and engagement for parents, school leaders and school administrators.
Ins and Outs of Putting a School-Wellness Policy Into Place
December 6, 2017
If you are interested in exploring wellness-policy activities and successes, take a look at this series of case studies that covers implementing comprehensive school-wellness policies.
Reminder: Wear Backpacks Safely to School
October 9, 2017
Learn about school backpack basics to help avoid back pain and even injuries and set students on a path to healthy backpack-wearing habits.
Make Walking to School a Fun, Year-Round Routine
October 4, 2017
Check out this infographic about creating a walking school bus with the kids and families who live in your neighborhood to make walking to school safer and more fun.
Resources on the Importance of Safe Drinking Water in Schools
September 28, 2017
New resources are available to help spread the important message that accessible drinking water in schools is vital. Check out these flyers produced by the National Drinking Water Alliance.
Introducing Mindfulness to Children, One Classroom at a Time
September 7, 2017
Healthy learning environments are important for student success. Teachers want the best for their students — incorporating mindfulness into school days is one way to improve classroom atmospheres.
Pediatrician Explains Importance of Immunizations as Kids Head Back to School
August 24, 2017
Karina Maher, MD, a pediatrician at Kaiser Permanente’s Santa Monica Medical Offices, reminds parents of the crucial role immunizations play in keeping kids healthy.