The AMA encourages parents to talk to their children about the important issues of violence prevention and conflict resolution and to teach them basic safety measures. 2.Talk to children and adolescents about alcohol and drugs. Help children make healthy choices. Research shows that if parents proactively communicate with their children, set clear expectations for behavior and pay attention to how their children spend their free time, their children are not as likely to get into trouble with alcohol and other drugs. Take preventive actions to minimize injury and illness.
Good health is no accident.
The AMA encourages all Americans to adopt preventive measures to stay safe and healthy. Immunizations are an important part of preventive health care for children. Make sure that children get immunized on schedule. Preventive health care is just as important for adults. Age-appropriate exams and screenings can help detect health problems early and prevent them from becoming more serious.