Relentless School Nurse

SEPTEMBER 17, 2022

We need a health services team that meets the needs of our students and staff. Current staffing ratios are untenable and create unsafe and impossible work conditions. We cannot tolerate intolerable working conditions that are unsafe and do not allow us to provide the most comprehensive care possible. .

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Relentless School Nurse

JANUARY 3, 2024

The recipient of the joint gift is the School-Based Health Alliance , the national voice for school-based healthcare. What an outstanding opportunity for this organization to create a training center for school-based health center expansion.

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Relentless School Nurse

NOVEMBER 9, 2022

Twitter, while undergoing some unfortunate gyrations with its new owner, is still a space where I believe you can find like-minded people who care deeply about the health and wellbeing of children, youth, and school communities. The findings reveal the disparities and health inequities that COVID laid bare.

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Relentless School Nurse

APRIL 26, 2023

She landed in my health office, beginning a friendship of two decades. Evidence demonstrates the link between health and academic success and school nurses are an investment in student achievement. We are often first to identify mental health challenges in our students.

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SHAPE America

MARCH 21, 2023

During and after the pandemic, it became even more apparent how important getting fresh air was for my students’ physical and, more important, emotional health. Heather teaches physical and health education for grades K-12 and is an adjunct instructor for the College in High School program through Minnesota State.

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Relentless School Nurse

SEPTEMBER 30, 2022

What I do know is that there was hope for this year to be less hectic, less traumatic, and less fraught with barriers to health. We are still dealing with a set of very extraordinary conditions. I can’t blame it on my age, that would be too easy. So far that is not my experience. I hope these ideas are helpful.

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Relentless School Nurse

DECEMBER 28, 2023

More than 40% of US children and adolescents have at least one of the following chronic health conditions… The healthcare needs of children with chronic illness can be complex and continuous, involving daily management and addressing potential emergencies.

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Stanford Childrens

APRIL 21, 2023

A rare genetic condition meant a lot of uncertainty for an unborn baby. A multispecialty Stanford Medicine Children’s Health team came together to find answers. But her expectations took a sharp turn when she was five months along and an ultrasound revealed that her baby, Nya, had a heart condition.

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Physical Education Update

AUGUST 2, 2022

Here’s are some excellent skin cancer prevention resources for your health classes. The program is designed to encourage behaviors in sunny conditions, such as using sun-protective clothing and sun screen lotion in a way that makes these measures easy to apply. Skin Cancer Contest Poster. Sun Smart U. Sun Smart U.

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Relentless School Nurse

OCTOBER 3, 2022

Here is a message from our friend, Judy Doran, the Maine school nurse who writes “Maine Points” from her health office. She became activated when she read the recent NASN/CDC survey that revealed the urgent need for mental health support for school nurses. Hey, does anybody feel like writing some letters? .

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Relentless School Nurse

JANUARY 8, 2023

” The teacher was originally listed in critical condition but has since been upgraded to stable. While the focus seems to immediately go to funding more mental health, the reality is that it’s the easy access to weapons that must be challenged and corrected. There is little precedent or case law for a path forward.

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Relentless School Nurse

AUGUST 13, 2022

It has been mostly left up to individual districts to determine what constitutes an outbreak, with little guidance from local health departments. But this one sentence illustrates what happens when public health is politicized. As the COVID school years have piled up, direct guidance from local health departments has waned.

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Relentless School Nurse

AUGUST 9, 2023

From conducting health assessments and managing medications to providing first aid and emergency response, their contributions are instrumental in addressing the diverse health needs of students. School nurses hold a pivotal position in the school community, ensuring the physical and mental well-being of students.

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Relentless School Nurse

SEPTEMBER 15, 2024

firearm mortality epidemic to mental health is a groundbreaking new study led by researchers at Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU) that sheds light on the driving force behind the surge in gun deaths across the United States. The study compared mental health disorders and firearm data from 2000 to 2019 across the U.S.

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Stanford Childrens

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

Stanford Medicine Children’s Health provides specialized heart care to give Judah the best possible outcome Each fall, Judah Morgan, now age 6, and his mom, Heather, take a special trip. With his condition, a heart surgery called Norwood is a common solution. He thinks it’s grand.

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Relentless School Nurse

APRIL 4, 2024

Desperate to avert a public health crisis, city officials summoned Black southern nurses, luring them with promises of good pay, a career, and an escape from the strictures of Jim Crow.

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Relentless School Nurse

JULY 15, 2023

Reviewing and updating policies: School nurses review and update health policies and procedures during the summer break. We may revise protocols for handling emergencies, managing chronic conditions, and administering medications. We ensure that our practices align with current guidelines and regulations.

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Relentless School Nurse

DECEMBER 29, 2024

We are praised for our ability to navigate emergencies, manage complex health needs, and act as anchors of calm in a storm of educational demands, student health crises, and systemic inequities. While resilience is admirable, it has often become a euphemism for enduring unsustainable conditions without complaint.

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SHAPE America

APRIL 18, 2023

From these teachers and coaches, students learn just how important physical activity is for physical, mental, and social-emotional health. Howard has taught K-8 health and physical education, coached middle school sports, and coached strength and conditioning for middle school, high school, and college.

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Relentless School Nurse

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

She emphasizes the vital importance of having a school nurse on-site, as their presence can make a crucial difference in identifying health issues and providing timely interventions. As Kassie Machado advocates, the presence of school nurses is indeed imperative for the overall health and safety of students within the educational environment.

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Relentless School Nurse

DECEMBER 26, 2022

He braved the bone-chilling cold, icy rain that turned to snow while he MacGyvered a way to hold the tarp down under extremely windy conditions. . Please be gentle, kind, and filled with health, love, safety, and answers to prayers. The shattered glass is picked up, and the room is mostly intact, minus the hole in the ceiling.

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Relentless School Nurse

APRIL 30, 2023

Familiar in hospitals and doctors’ offices, these dedicated health professionals can also be found in schools, prisons, and people’s homes; at summer camps; on cruise ships, and even at NASA. It is woven into war, plague, religion, the economy, and our individual lives in myriad ways.

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Relentless School Nurse

DECEMBER 2, 2022

In a previous life, decades ago, I was an occupational health nurse for a railroad. These are the Social Determinants of Education that school health policies do not address. Every day I read about school nurses deciding to quit because they are feeling unsupported & can no longer tolerate intolerable work conditions.

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Relentless School Nurse

AUGUST 31, 2022

The notion of no longer tolerating intolerable working conditions has become my personal mantra that I share with as many colleagues as will listen. Remember to take care of yourself and implement the safeguards you need in your own health offices. Best wishes for a safe, healthy, and more predictable school year.

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Relentless School Nurse

DECEMBER 17, 2023

The SEE YOU NOW podcast highlights real people changing the status quo in health, with a specific focus on the contributions of nurses. Their efforts led to a cure for tuberculosis, a disease responsible for nearly 18% of New York City deaths in the early 1900s.

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Relentless School Nurse

MARCH 3, 2024

Parents and school nurses need to be strong partners for students’ health and well-being. Enjoy being outside, moving in all weather conditions, and browsing the shelves of my local library. We cannot underestimate the impact of the “Parents’ Bill of Rights” movement that is sweeping across the country.

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SHAPE America

FEBRUARY 21, 2023

Youth who vape may experience health problems such as wheezing, nausea, vomiting, headaches, and dizziness. Vaping and Youth Athletes: An Emerging Issue Some young athletes who vaped nicotine, like those highlighted in the real stories above, found that it harmed their health and performance. Defend against youth vaping.

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AASP

MAY 21, 2024

Given the stress and demands of being a student-athlete, “mental health” is identified as the number one reason for transferring from their current institution (NCAA, 2022). Beacon Press</li> <li>IOC mental health in Elite Athletes Toolkit - Athlete365. Exercise for mental health. <em>Primary

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PLT4M

MAY 3, 2023

As the world continues to grapple with the effects of the pandemic and tumultuous times, it is becoming increasingly evident that fitness and mental health are essential components of a healthy lifestyle. Mental Health Issues Facing Students The mental health conditions of students are a major public health concern.

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Relentless School Nurse

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

In reality, school nursing is an independent specialty practice that is both challenging and rewarding, often underappreciated despite its crucial role in student health and well-being. From managing chronic conditions to providing vital health education, school nurses play a pivotal role in ensuring the overall health and safety of students.

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Relentless School Nurse

FEBRUARY 10, 2024

Easy” to ensure I know every student with a chronic medical condition, their symptoms, and be ready to treat them immediately. Easy” to keep current on every aspect of pediatric nursing and public health. We are responsible for the health and safety of your children. Easy” to handle blood, vomit, and other body fluids.

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Relentless School Nurse

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

Love for School Nursing: A Fulfilling Career For school nurses, the opportunity to positively impact students’ health and well-being is a deeply fulfilling experience. From managing complex health conditions to navigating administrative tasks and paperwork, school nurses face challenges that can drain our energy and spirit.

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The Sporting

JUNE 19, 2023

Turmeric: The Health Benefits of This Inflammation-busting Root There are probably a million articles on the benefits of taking turmeric or adding more to your diet. The Health Benefits of Turmeric Turmeric contains a compound called curcumin. Digestive health: Turmeric has long been used to aid digestion. How to take it?

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Relentless School Nurse

OCTOBER 10, 2024

: One Doctor’s Search for Humanity in Medicine is a guide for anyone working in healthcare or navigating the complexities of mental health. This book is not just a valuable resource—it’s a lifeline, and Dr. Jessi Gold’s courage and honesty provide a pathway for anyone struggling with their own mental health.

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Relentless School Nurse

MARCH 7, 2024

In honor of Women’s History Month, I am highlighting the remarkable legacy of Lillian Wald, a pioneering figure in public health and community service. Witnessing the dire living conditions and lack of healthcare access, Wald was inspired to make a difference.

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Relentless School Nurse

AUGUST 8, 2023

( Maternal+Suicide+Fact+Sheet+August+2021+(1) ) At the conclusion of the article was information about the new National Maternal Mental Health Hotline – 1-833-852-6262 or 1-833-TLC-MAMA. 24/7, free, confidential hotline for pregnant and new moms in English and Spanish The National Maternal Mental Health Hotline can help.

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Stanford Childrens

OCTOBER 2, 2024

A Stanford Children’s expert shares how to help protect kids from the dangers and health risks of wildfires. If masks are necessary due to health conditions, opt for N95, KN95, or P100 respirators. Support the transition to renewable forms of energy to safeguard health. Use protective masks.

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