CDC modeled the structure of the chemical poisoning case definitions in this report after the infectious disease case definitions that were previously developed by CDC and the Council of State and Territorial Epidemiologists (CSTE) (1,2).
Though they're often used for massage and aromatherapy, the use of essential oils as a therapeutic agent for sleep in children with autism spectrum disorder is due for scientific review.
Children have sensitive skin and nasal passages that can be irritated by essential oils. Follow these tips for using essential oils safely. 1  When applying essential oils topically, make sure it is in a carrier oil that does not irritate your child's skin. 2  As a rule, use 1/3 of an adult dosage for children.3  Apply several drops of essential oil to a leather bracelet for you child to wear.ollow these tips for using essential oils safely. 1  When applying essential oils topically, make sure it is in a carrier oil that does not irritate your child's skin. 2  As a rule, use 1/3 of an adult dosage for children. 3  Apply several drops of essential oil to a leather bracelet for you child to wear.