News from the Wahconah Health Center
November 2016
Parents and Guardians of 9th and 10th
graders are reminded to send in a copy of your student’s most recent physical
exam, including their immunization record. Health Screenings of the ninth
graders will begin during the second quarter of the school year; these will
include measurement of height and weight, as well as postural, visual and
hearing screening. These screenings are required as set forth by the Department
of Public Health.
It is highly recommended for all students and family members
to get their annual ‘flu’ shot. The
vaccine helps protect against a variety of respiratory born influenza viruses.
The vaccine can help reduce the severity and duration of symptoms and helps
prevent complications.
Besides getting the annual ‘flu’ shot, best practices to
stay healthy include thorough handwashing at regular intervals, covering
sneezes and coughs with the elbow, getting at least 8 hours of sleep every
night, eating regular meals with at least half the foods being fruits and
vegetables and getting regular exercise.
Please keep the school nurse informed of changes in your
student’s health, such as development of a communicable illness including Strep,
Mononucleosis or Influenza or with another illness. Please also let the school nurse
know if your student sustains a significant injury, whether during a school
sporting event or otherwise after school hours.
Students considering a career in a health related field may
be interested in attending our next School
Health Advisory Committee meeting. It will be held on Wednesday November 16
at 3:30 at the Nessacus Regional Middle School Library. The group includes
representatives of parents/guardians, students, school committee, physical
education, school nurses, food service and administration. We meet quarterly to
discuss health issues of the district students in general to consider changes
needed in district policy. In the past we have proposed changes to the wellness
policy and the water bottle policy. All parents and guardians and students are
invited to attend.
Phoebe Bushway, RN MS NCSN
School Nurse, WRHS
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