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We Must Protect Our Teachers

Alexandra Lemm

I have seen teachers not asked for their opinion but instead mocked for their fear of returning to school. Teachers are usually sacrificial, selfless, and giving. However, one of the noblest yet cursed traits most associated with teachers is indeed, protectiveness. This is not new information, nor should it be.

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Young Man Becomes First in World to Be Cured of FSGS With New Treatment

Stanford Childrens

He enjoyed singing in his high school choir and was even able to travel to New York, thanks to his amazing choir teacher, Ron Curtis. At age 2, Traejen was diagnosed with a rare autoimmune form of focal segmental glomerulosclerosis (FSGS) , where the immune system produces a chemical that causes the filters in the kidneys to leak.

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What You Need to Know About Back-to-School Vaccinations

Stanford Childrens

Outbreaks not only pose a threat to the children, families, and teachers, but also can lead to school closures and disruption of academic activities. Children are at particular risk because their immune systems are still developing, so it is harder for them to fight off infections. Vaccination can help protect kids.

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Sleep Lesson Plans For Students

PLT4M

Physical education teacher walks around a class full of students working on a lesson. Teachers can cover key topics around sleep science and how it relates to a healthy lifestyle. Physical Health and Immune System Support: Beyond the mental benefits, sleep is essential for maintaining our physical health.

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THE PITFALLS OF 'MORE, YOUNGER' MINDSET Why Starting Kids Too Early and Pushing Them Too Hard Can Backfire in Youth Sports

Better Coaching

Frequent minor illnesses due to a compromised immune system. Additionally, school staff such as teachers, guidance counselors, and athletic trainers often have closer, daily contact with students than volunteer youth coaches do. Declining performance despite intense efforts. Difficulty sleeping Changes in appetite.

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COVID-19’s Impact on Youth Physical Activity

Spark PE

Of particular importance are the effects of moderate-intensity physical activity on functioning of the immune system, which protects us from viral and bacterial infections. Physical activity helps the immune system detect infections early and reduce the severity [SJ5] of infections.

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Flu Season Checklist: Preparing Your Community

Magnus Health

For teachers and school staff, outline the proper protocol for responding to a symptomatic student in class or on campus. Risk Factors: while most people will recover from the flu without any complications, it can be quite serious for those with weakened immune systems or chronic illnesses.