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For thousands of WA children living with undiagnosed diseases, it’s hope.

New policy helps kids huff and puff their way to stronger, healthier bodies and brains

Childcare centres have flocked to take up a new evidence-based policy to help ensure young children get more of the physical activity they need to be healthy and developmentally on track.

Standing up to a cruel DISEASE

Klair Bayley knew her son Logan would eventually need a wheelchair.

Early Childhood Development

Every child deserves the best possible start in life. Evidence demonstrates the period from pre-birth to three years is a vital period of development. It lays the foundations for a child’s future and has life-long impacts on health, education, job opportunities, social inclusion and wellbeing.

Playgroups

The importance of play for a child’s development is irrefutable. Playgroups provide a safe environment for children of similar ages to play and develop prior to starting school.

Influenza

Influenza (commonly known as the flu) is caused by a highly contagious virus spread mainly through coughing and sneezing. An annual flu vaccination is the most effective way to prevent flu outbreaks.

Whooping Cough

Whooping cough (pertussis) is a highly contagious respiratory infection which causes a severe cough and can be particularly dangerous to babies under a year old. Vaccination is the best way to reduce the risk of whooping cough.

Rett Syndrome

A severe neurodevelopmental disorder mostly affecting girls.

Nutrition

The science that interprets the way nutrients and other substances in food affect maintenance, growth, reproduction, health and disease.

Rheumatic Heart Disease

Rheumatic heart disease (RHD) is the most important cause of acquired cardiovascular disease in children and young adults. Virtually non-existent in most of Australia, it still predominantly affects Aboriginal communities.