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Do you or someone you know use Twitter to follow reactions to the Oscar or Super Tuesday winners? Twitter is used by millions to gage opinion and to measure what is important. School nurses who use Twitter to highlight and discuss their role are putting school nursing in front of these millions of Twitter uses. Recent tweets from school nurses focus on healthy habits and student health, like this one, "School nurses building a #cultureofhealth. From Garden to Table. #4studenthealth." The next time you read a story about school nursing, share a link to that story on Twitter. The next time you try something new in your practice, share it on Twitter. Include NASN's Twitter handle @schoolnurses and we'll re-tweet it to our Twitter followers. Join me on Twitter @bethmattey. Beth Mattey, MSN, RN, NCSN NASN President BETTER HEALTH. BETTER LEARNING.™ |
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NASN Elections Begin March 15, 2016
Meet the candidates and mark your calendars to cast your vote. In this year's election, NASN members will elect an NASN Vice President and Nominating Committee Member. Read candidate data and statements of view. |
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New Position Statements Summarize Important Topics in School Nursing
Head Lice Management in the School Setting and LGBTQ Students: The Role of the School Nurse were approved at the winter NASN Board of Director's meeting and are online at NASN.org. Read these new statements and others.
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Attention Walkers and Runners: NASN's 1st Annual Endowment Fund 5K
There are dozens of great reasons to attend an NASN Annual Conference. Now there's one more! Make this year the year you participate in your first 5K; whether you are a walker or runner. Learn how you can participate. |
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The Latest Resources in NASN's Bookstore are Published as e-Books
Digital libraries offer many conveniences such as portability. NASN's e-books are accessible with Adobe Digital Editions, a free software program you download and install on your computer. If you create or already have a free Adobe ID, you can access your NASN e-books on three devices. If not, your e-book will be available on one device. There are currently two e-books in the NASN bookstore with additional ones planned in this calendar year. Learn more about the titles or purchase your copy today. |
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Hear How Your Colleagues Used Community Resources to Provide Care
NASN's recent webinar, School Nurses: Building a Culture of Health, is available online. The webinar featured Dr. Susan Hassmiller from the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation and school nursing professionals Brandy Bowlen, Bobbi Shanks, and Robin Wallin in a discussion about relationships built with students, families, and community partners. Access this webinar and the presentation slides. |
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March is National Nutrition Month
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When Eating Can be a Life-or-Death Decision
School Districts have various policies about food allergiesHudson Reporter (New Jersey (NJ)/West New York)According to a Rutgers Cook College program, eight foods account for 90 percent of all food allergies: peanuts, tree nuts (walnuts, cashews, coconuts, others), milk, eggs, fish, shellfish, soy, and wheat. But, NASN member Jeanine Roberts, a high school nurse from Weehawken (NJ) said that she has had kids allergic to strawberries, kiwi, and pomegranate. "[School] Nurses have an allergy footprint of the building," said Hoboken (NJ) Superintendent Dr. Christine Johnson. Read the story.
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Influenza Season Not Over Yet
Flu activity continues to increase in the U.S.; tragically influenza associated pediatric deaths are now 14 for this season. Spread the word - vaccination now can still offer protection. And while flu vaccine is the best way to prevent the flu, flu antiviral drugs should be given promptly to those at high risk or who are very sick.
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EPA Increasing Oversight, Regulations on State Water Programs
Detroit Free PressEnvironmental Protection Agency staff will meet with every state drinking water program across the country to ensure that states are taking appropriate action to identify and address lead level issues and to protect residents from lead in the wake of the water crisis in Flint, Michigan. Read article.
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NASN Winter Webinar Series: 21st Century Student-Centered School Nursing Continues
Wednesday, March 9, 2016, 3:00 p.m., EasternRegistration is open for the next NASN webinar, Care Coordination: What does it mean and how do you do it? This webinar features Dr. Martha (Marti) Engelke, professor at East Carolina University College of Nursing. Register now.
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Webinar Highlights Two Local School Districts Implementing Whole School, Whole Community, Whole Child (WSCC)
Tuesday, March 15, 2016,1:00 - 2:00 p.m., EasternImplementing the WSCC Model: Local School District Examples to Promote Learning and Health will feature representatives from two local school districts moving the WSCC model from theory to district wide implementation. Hear about their strategies, action steps, challenges, and successes. Register now.
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Free Webinar - Flint and Lead: The Water/Public Health Connection
Wednesday, March 16, 2016, 1:00 - 2:30 p.m., EasternJoin this interactive discussion about the current state of science related to the health risks posed by lead and the value of engaging the water systems sector. Sponsored by the American Public Health Association. Get more information or register.
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NASN Calendar of Events
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. |
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National Health Observances Calendar
This calendar lists special days, weeks, or months dedicated to raising awareness about important health topics. Access the 2016 calendar. |
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