I wrote some children’s books about various health issues that kids might face for themselves or possibly other kids that they know. My goal was to help kids understand that often, they might have a thing that makes them unique but it doesn’t mean they aren’t also the same as everyone else. Sometimes they needContinue reading “Children’s Books About Health”
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Important change to childhood immunization schedule: Pneumococcal
The 2024 ACIP immunization schedule for children and adolescents includes an important change regarding pneumococcal vaccine guidance. In addition to all children 2 – 23 months, pneumococcal vaccination is recommended for children with moderate persistent or severe persistent asthma aged 2 to 18 years. Patients who are asthmatic and previously only vaccinated with PCV13 or PCV15 shouldContinue reading “Important change to childhood immunization schedule: Pneumococcal”
Fragrances, air fresheners and essential oils
I think most of us are guilty of wanting our environment to smell comforting, pleasant, relaxing or clean. I happen to love a good “clean cotton” scent or a medicinal healthy eucalyptus, others enjoy their favorite perfume or cologne as part of their morning routine… but is it appropriate in a school or healthcare setting?Continue reading “Fragrances, air fresheners and essential oils”
How To Go Out In Public: An Instructional Series. Part 1: Walking in Public
Ever leave the house and see other people behaving ridiculously and wonder “did no one ever teach that person how to person?” Well, probably no, no one ever taught that person how to be a person or told them life rules and manners like some of us were told like how to cross the street,Continue reading “How To Go Out In Public: An Instructional Series. Part 1: Walking in Public”
Idk about you guys but I have ADHD and something I need to get through the day is to make lists and schedules and map everything out. I made up this planner for your organizing pleasure:
Health Room Supplies
You asked for it: Here is a rundown of supplies you may need or want in your health room. Bandages/First aid: Assessment & Tools Miscellaneous: Medications All medications suggested are based on your district/states guidelines. Some may be able to stock lots of things and others may not be allowed to have anything. Check yourContinue reading “Health Room Supplies”
Energy Drinks
Thanks, Logan Paul for creating this Prime drink and marketing it to kids who don’t know that it’s not safe for them. We have been noticing an uptick in students bringing various energy drinks to school and we are worried. They make them in flashy cans and bottles, with awesome flavors like cotton candy orContinue reading “Energy Drinks”
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