Nurse’s News

May 2012 Nurse’s News- Get Ready for Summer!

Pertussis Vaccine Reminder

Remember to make appointments early for back to school physicals. Avoid the last minute crunch due to new requirements with the pertussis vaccine many will need appointments prior to the start of school to avoid exclusion.

Proof of Tdap booster required for 6th grade entry. Recommended for 7th and 8th grade.

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SJC Health Forms & Information

ALL Emergency, Health, & Medical forms and information due to the Nurse’s Office by August 1st, 2012.

If you have questions contact: Laurie Petersen RN, School Nurse at:

petersen@sjc.pvt.k12.il.us or leave a voicemail at 708-246-5444 ext. 203.

Summer Time, Summer Time, Summ…Summ…Summer Time!

Ready or Not! Here it comes!

Be Ready…Stock up on necesary summer items- Emergency Allergy care items- if you have someone allergic to bee stings--check expiration dates of Epi-pens and Benadryl. Don’t forget Asthma Inhalers- if your child has exercise induced asthma- older kids may carry their own- make sure they still have it, and check expiration dates. Give reminders to those with food allergies- picnics and parties are times to be on extra alert for problem foods that may not be labelled.

Replenish Sunscreen, bug repellant, sunburn care, & first-aid kits.

Talk to kids about Summer Safety: Using the buddy system when at the pool and in crowds; Wearing protective gear- helmets & pads during sports & bicycling, skate boarding, & rollerblading.

Inspect each other for insect bites & ticks following camping & hiking.

Teach Water Safety to kids while enjoying swimming, boating, and fishing as a family.

Enjoy a Healthy & Safe Summer Vacation!

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