Our health is based on the interaction between a variety of things including genetics, diet and exercise, emotional well-being, and environment. The connections between our environment and our health are often difficult to identify. Oftentimes, exposures take years or decades to manifest. Healthy Child recommends many simple steps for taking precautions to protect the health and development of children. Here, you can also learn a little about:

• The most common health conditions impacting children today, potential environmental links and some ways you can reduce your child's risk;
• How to discuss environmental health concerns with your doctor; and,
• Reliable resources to learn more.