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Communicable Disease and Exclusion Chart

The Communicable Diseases and Exclusion Chart on this page can be searched by the name of the disease or symptoms. The chart gives an overview of the disease, prevention methods, and details about necessary exclusion… Continue reading

Communicable Disease Toolkit

The Communicable Diseases Toolkit provides guidance for communicable disease prevention and control in early care and education (ECE) settings. ECE programs must follow all applicable rules and laws referenced at the beginning of each section of this document… Continue reading

Vaccines and Vaccination

People need vaccines throughout their lives, not just during childhood. Adults need to keep their vaccinations up to date because immunity from childhood vaccines can wear off over time. Click the link above to find information on vaccines for various groups from the NC Immunization Branch.

Reportable Diseases and Conditions in NC

Certain communicable diseases must be reported because they are considered dangerous to public health. The North Carolina Communicable Disease rules [PDF] require early care and education programs to notify cases or suspected cases of reportable diseases to the local health director … Continue reading

Measles Resources

Measles is a very contagious disease that spreads through the air when someone coughs or sneezes. Measles can cause serious health problems, especially in children younger than 5 years old… Continue reading

Sample Policies

Vomit and Diarrhea Clean-up Resources

Training: Stay Healthy, Stay Clean

Stay Healthy, Stay Clean is a training available from Child Care Health Consultants that includes modules on:

  • Handwashing
  • Diapering / Toileting
  • Sanitation
  • Food preparation and service

Read more about Stay Healthy, Stay Clean on the Training and Technical Assistance page for early educators.

Information on this site does not replace the need to consult a health care professional for guidance. No information provided, including any and all contents, materials, or information, is or should be considered, or used as a substitute for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Never disregard or avoid professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read, heard, or seen. Contact us for additional guidance.

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