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The Relentless School Nurse: School Nurses and School-Based Health Centers Can Work Together!

Relentless School Nurse

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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The Relentless School Nurse: Remember this Data Point – 40% & Then Tell Your Story

Relentless School Nurse

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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The Relentless School Nurse: The Sweet Spot of Summer

Relentless School Nurse

Here are some common tasks and responsibilities that school nurses typically undertake over the summer: Rest and rejuvenation: School nurses use the summer break as an opportunity to recharge and take care of their own well-being. We may revise protocols for handling emergencies, managing chronic conditions, and administering medications.

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The Relentless School Nurse: A Heartfelt Retirement Speech With an Advocacy Message

Relentless School Nurse

She landed in my health office, beginning a friendship of two decades. We are bound by the laws and regulations of our state nurse practice act as well as Department of Education statues. We are the “Chief Wellness Officers, even if that is not our official title, that is our role.

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5 Ways to Celebrate PE & Sport Week in Your School … All Year Long!

SHAPE America

From these teachers and coaches, students learn just how important physical activity is for physical, mental, and social-emotional health. Be mindful that soccer is lower-body dominant for object control and tennis is upper-body dominant, so including eye-foot and eye-hand coordination helps to develop skills across sports.

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Electrolytes: Essential Functions for Optimal Health

Designs for Health

An imbalance in these electrolytes can disrupt normal bodily functions and may lead to symptoms like headaches, fatigue, or even severe conditions. Besides hydration , electrolytes help support brain function, heart health, muscle function, and more. Fluid Balance Proper hydration is indispensable for overall health.

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5 Strategies for Supporting LGBTQ+ Youth in School

SHAPE America

It is, I believe, an essential part of our work as health and physical educators. vs. 9.4%) We also know that sexual health education often stigmatizes or completely excludes LGBTQ+ youth. This is lifelong work. It is challenging, uncomfortable, and often difficult. And, we need to expand our own perspectives to be more inclusive.

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