School Kids Healthcare

Back to School = Back to Bullying?

Labor Day has passed and it’s officially back to school time. For some children the start of a new school year means getting to sport the latestbackpack, school supplies, or shoes. However, for some children these classic back to school “must haves” are the least of their worries. Their back to school may mean back to being bullied. Did you know that a child isbulliedevery seven minutes in the United States? Or, that an estimated 77% of children are bullied mentally or physically at some poin... READ MORE Posted September 06, 2012 at 07:50 AM

What’s New in Your School’s Curriculum?

Some kids are already back to school, while for others their turn is right around the corner. For students at South-Doyle High School, who started school last week, they have a couple of new classes to choose from. The school board approved the incorporation of theemergency medical serviceand fire protection services classes, the first of their kind in Tennessee, as part of the high school’s curriculum. The classes are in partnership with Rural Metro. Students will learn the same curriculum t... READ MORE Posted August 21, 2012 at 10:26 AM

Protect Yourself from Ticks

Ticks can infect humans with bacteria, viruses, and parasites that may cause serious illness. Taking the proper precautions can reduce your chances of getting a tick-borne disease. By following a few simpleoutdoor preparednesssteps you can protect yourself fromtickbites. Before you go outdoors apply a repellent withDEETon your skin. By using a repellent containing 20% or moreDEETyou can protect yourself up to several hours. Products containing permethrin kill ticks.Permethrinmay be used to tr... READ MORE Posted July 13, 2012 at 02:06 PM

Practice Safe Sun Protection This Fourth of July

This Fourth of July, or Independence Day, marks the 236th anniversary of the United States’ freedom. In July 1776 the estimated population was 2.5 million. Now, 236 years later the estimated population is 313.9 million. That’s a lot of people and chances are many of them will find themselves celebrating outside, which means potential for a lot of sun exposure. It’s important that you protect yourself, especially during midday hours when the sun’s rays are the strongest. Stay in the shade as m... READ MORE Posted July 03, 2012 at 01:24 PM

National Association of School Nurses 2012 Conference

The time has come for the annual NASN Conference. In its 44th year, taking place in San Francisco June 23 – 26, the 2012 theme is “Advocacy, Access, Achievement: Making the Connection.” The NASN Conference is a chance to bring school nurses together to further their education, network, and enjoy exhibits featuring the latest school health supplies. Some of the topics that will be covered during the four day event areasthmamanagement,childhood obesity, dating violence,vision care and screening... READ MORE Posted June 20, 2012 at 01:47 PM

June Is National Safety Month – Get Involved!

Every June the National Safety Council encourages businesses and communities across the country to be a part of National Safety Month (NSM). This annual observance is used to educate and increase behavior awareness of the top causes of preventable injuries and deaths. Each week in June has a different theme that focuses on critical safety issues. Week 1:Employee wellnessandPALA+ Challenge– Did you know that at least at least 80% of all heart disease,stroke, and type 2diabetes– and up to 40% o... READ MORE Posted June 08, 2012 at 01:11 PM

Smartphone Apps for the 2012 Hurricane Season

Not that the 2012 hurricane season is something to look forward to, but there’s no hiding from the fact that as of today, the Atlantic and Eastern Pacific hurricane seasons are in full swing. The Eastern Pacific hurricane season began May 15, but both the Atlantic and Eastern hurricane seasons end November 30. Better safe than sorry, your best bet is to be ready with a hurricane preparedness plan. When you think of a hurricane preparedness plan of course it includes having ahurricane prepared... READ MORE Posted June 01, 2012 at 12:53 PM

6 Pointers for Giving Acetaminophen to Children

Did you know that the incorrect dosing ofacetaminophento children can cause nausea and vomiting? Improper dosing is one of the largest issues when givingacetaminophento kids. Here are six pointers to avoid giving an inappropriate dose of acetaminophen to a child: Never give your child more than one medicine containingacetaminophenat a given time. Look on the Drug Facts label under “Active Ingredient” or ask a pharmacist. Choose the proper over the counter (OTC) medicine by basing it on your c... READ MORE Posted May 23, 2012 at 01:51 PM

National Women’s Health Week

Did you know this week is National Women’s Health Week? This weeklong observance, arranged by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ Office on Women’s Health, brings together different groups of people together in an effort to promote women’s health. This year’s theme, “It’s Your Time”, encourages women to make their health a top priority. National Women’s Health Week suggests the following steps to improve women’s physical and mental health and lower their risks of certain disease... READ MORE Posted May 15, 2012 at 12:43 PM

Celebrate National School Nurse Day

Today, Wednesday, May 9, isNational School Nurse Day. This year’s theme, “Advocacy, Access, Achievement: Making the Connection,” is reflective of the overall positive impact school nurses have on the health and wellbeing of students. It’s a fact, healthy children learn better. School nurses have a number of responsibilities. Here are just four responsibilities of school nurses: Significantly reduce the amount of days missed due toasthma(did you knowasthmais the leading cause of school absente... READ MORE Posted May 09, 2012 at 11:01 AM