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NASN2016 needs you! Do you have a new concept, initiative, leadership model, or research project?  If so, please consider submitting a poster presentation abstract. Share what you've learned with attendees at the 48th Annual NASN Conference. Get more information and access the submission form on NASN.org. 

The NASN School Nurse requests feature articles for the 2016 issues matched to one or more practice components aligned with the five principles of the Framework for 21st Century School Nursing Practice. Read the complete call.

• Diabetics
• Human growth and development in 5th & 6th grades
• Students cleaning own lunch table
• Immunization (varicella)
  
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Use your profile on SchoolNurseNet to log your professional accomplishments. Add a bio, education history, and job history related to your professional journey. Take time to reflect on the expertise and experience you bring to your school community!

                  
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) encourages schools to test for radon. Radon is a known carcinogen and a leading cause of lung cancer. A nationwide survey of radon levels in schools estimates that nearly one in five has at least one school room with a short-term radon level above the EPA recommendations. The only way to determine if your school building has elevated radon levels is through testing. Learn more about Radon in schools.

A common reaction to grief is difficulty concentrating. Grieving children and teens usually find it hard to remember new facts or master new concepts. Early support from teachers and schools can prevent academic challenges from becoming academic failures. Learn more at the Coalition to Support Grieving Students.

Educate students about the harmful effects of tobacco so they can make better choices about their health. There are tobacco cessation programs specifically designed for teens to quit and promote well-being. More knowledge will create awareness of the negative effects of tobacco on oral and overall health. Learn more.

The dramatic increase in microcephaly cases coinciding with the Zika virus epidemic noted in Brazil in October 2015 has national and international health officials concerned. Transmission is likely to happen in the U.S. Access the latest information. 

Stay informed about the changes in the immunization schedules for 2016. Read the Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report, Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices Recommended Immunization Schedules for Persons Aged 0 Through 18 Years - United States, 2016.

 
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recently issued a Health Advisory highlighting recent reports of severe respiratory illness among young- to middle-aged adults with influenza. The alert emphasizes the need for rapid antiviral treatment for those who are very ill and high risk suspects without waiting for testing. Read more. 

Thursday, February 18, 2016, 2:00 p.m., Eastern
This free webinar highlights the importance of health informatics and how the adoption of Electronic Health Records (EHR) can improve delivery of health care and help meet the needs of children with chronic conditions. It will focus on how states have promoted school nurse access to view EHRs and communicate information to healthcare providers to more effectively manage care for students. Register now!

February 29 - March 4, 2016
Las Vegas, Nevada
HIMSS16 will bring together 40,000+ healthcare IT professionals, clinicians, executives and vendors from around the world. As NASN is an official Endorser of HIMSS16, our members are eligible to receive the member discount to attend! Learn more.

Tuesday March 8, 2016, 1:00 p.m., Eastern
Lead in the drinking water in Flint, Michigan dominated the headlines recently. Lead is a confirmed neurotoxin. Children are the most vulnerable to lead's health effects, which can include a wide range of persistent and costly challenges from lower IQ levels to increased aggressive and antisocial behaviors. Experts on the health impacts of lead exposure on children will provide an overview of the science on lead and why it continues to be a major public health threat. RSVP for this call.

This calendar includes upcoming events hosted by NASN, officially endorsed by NASN, and/or hosted by one of NASN's Affiliate school nurse organizations. Access the calendar. 

This calendar lists special days, weeks, or months dedicated to raising awareness about important health topics. Access the 2016 calendar.