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The Relentless School Nurse: When Policy Harms Children – A School Nurse’s Call to Action

Relentless School Nurse

Hunger in the Land of Plenty Meanwhile, changes to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) threaten to leave millions of children without consistent access to food. School nurses are care coordinators, safety nets, and first responders. For schools, it means fewer resources to meet growing health and behavioral needs.

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How Technology Can Support Students with Chronic Health Issues

Magnus Health

These conditions are increasingly prevalent among school-aged children due to risk factors like poor nutrition and physical inactivity. Coordinated Care One of the most significant advantages of EHR software is its ability to support coordinated care.

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The Relentless School Nurse: The Uphill Battle – Reflections and Realities as Another School Year Closes

Relentless School Nurse

I wasn’t trained as a therapist, but I’ve become a bridge, connecting students with the limited mental health resources we have, coordinating with families, following up, checking in. I reminded them they weren’t alone. I know so many school nurses are doing the same. We are filling a gap because someone has to. We need support.

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The Relentless School Nurse: Just Because They Can, Does Not Mean They Should.

Relentless School Nurse

The removal of HRSN guidance undermines our ability to connect families with resources like housing interventions, nutrition programs, and medical care, all services that directly reduce health barriers to learning.

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Lessons Learned From Decades of Advocating for Health and Physical Education

SHAPE America

How can you help us in offering better nutrition for our lunch program? Coordinate apparel to look professional and represent state association. Here are a few examples of discussions we’ve had and comments we’ve received from convention attendees: Should we allow marching band to count for PE credit? Develop a consistent message.

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The Relentless School Nurse: FAACTs Roundtable Podcast – Safely Caring for Students with Food Allergies is a Collaborative Effort

Relentless School Nurse

Amid these constraints, school nurses work diligently to educate students, staff, and parents about various health-related topics, including nutrition, hygiene, and managing chronic conditions. Health Education: They educate students, staff, and parents about health-related topics, such as nutrition, hygiene, and managing chronic conditions.

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Physical Education Waivers Make No Economic Sense

Physical Education Update

Both would benefit from the knowledge about health, flexibility, fitness and nutrition that PE classes provide. That’s because it’s possible for students to participate in varsity sports, yet gain an incomplete skill-set for maintaining a healthy lifestyle throughout their adult years. billion per year!!!