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Nurse's Corner
Health Room Phone:
494-8813 Nurse: Patricia
Prettyman
Email:
pprettyman@d49.org
Health Assistant: Margie Alford
Email: malford@d49.org
Flu Shots:
To have or not to have?
That is the question!
Federal health officials now urge flu
vaccination for all kids 6 months of age and older if
possible.
During shortages of the flu vaccine, children with
chronic illnesses are considered a higher priority.
Students who should
not get a flu shot include:
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anyone who's severely allergic to
eggs and egg products
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infants under 6 months old
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anyone who's ever had a severe reaction to a flu
vaccination
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anyone with Guillain-Barré syndrome (GBS)
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anyone with a fever
The flu vaccine reduces the average person's chances of
catching the flu by up to 80% during the season. Because
the vaccine prevents infection with only a few of the
viruses that can cause flu-like symptoms, it isn't a
guarantee against getting sick. But even if someone
who's gotten the shot gets the flu, symptoms usually
will be fewer and milder.
A common
myth
about the flu shot is that it can actually cause the
flu. But the flu shot used in the
United States
is made from killed influenza viruses, which means that
it's impossible to catch the flu by receiving it.
However, because the nasal spray flu vaccine is made
from live viruses, it may cause mild flu-like symptoms,
including runny nose, headache, vomiting, muscle aches,
and fever.
Other Preventive Measures
There's no guaranteed way — including being vaccinated —
to prevent anyone from getting the flu. But precautions
that can help protect you and your family include:
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avoiding large crowds whenever possible
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practicing
good hand washing
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never picking up used tissues
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never sharing cups and eating utensils
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staying home from work or school when someone
is sick with the flu
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covering your mouth and nose with a tissue when you
cough or sneeze
Taken from Kidshealth.org
Introduction Letter (pdf)
Health Information Update Form (doc)
Information for Students with Asthma
Daily Asthma Management Plan (doc)
Asthma Inhaler Consent Form (doc)
Information for Students with Diabetes
Diabetes - Doctor's Order (doc)
School Health Care Plan for Diabetes (doc)
Diabetes Pump - Doctor's Order (doc)
School Health Care Plan for Diabetes with Pump (doc)
Miscellaneous
Seizure Action Plan (pdf)
Severe Food Allergy Plan (pdf)
Epi-Pen Consent Form (doc) |
