THE NURSE'S STATION!
Mrs. Peg Grieco, RN
Mrs. Ellen Schwartz, RN
All children entering Pre K (ages 3 and 4), Kindergarten, Fourth Grade and new entrants from out of state are required by the Diocese of Wilmington to have a physical examination. Please have the physical performed over the summer and return to the school nurse on the first day of school. Also, a copy of your child's immunization record or any updates on the immunization record must be on file in the health office. Effective September 2008, children entering a Delaware school must have already received the following immunization or screenings:
DPTor DTaPor TD Vaccines
IPV or OPV (Polio) Vaccines
Measles, Mumps, and Rubella (MMR) Vaccines
Hepatitis B Vaccines
Mantoux Tuberculin (TB) Vaccine skin test or Risk Assessment questionnaire. Must have been performed within the last
12 months. Test must include results from the physician's office.
Lead screening date with results.
Two (2) doses of Varicella Vaccine or proof of chickenpox disease for incoming Kindergarten students and new entrants.
Your physician's office will know the schedules of the vaccines based on your child's age.
New students are granted 14 days from the first day of attendance to show proof of these immunizations. Please contact the school nurses- Peg Grieco RN and Ellen Schwartz RN with any questions or concerns. Thank you for your cooperation. We look forward to a healthy and safe 2008-2009!
Is it Cold or Flu? Flu and cold season are approaching. Use this helpful chart to learn about and compare the symptoms of a cold and the flu. Remember the flu FACTS to recognize the five major signs of the flu: Fever, Aches, Chills, Tiredness, and Sudden symptoms. (This is a great one to cut and save, and put on your fridge!!)
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Symptoms |
It’s A Cold |
It’s The Flu |
|
fever |
rare |
usual; high temp (100°F-102°F; may be higher in young children) for 3 to 4 days |
|
aches & pains |
slight |
usual; often severe |
|
chest discomfort |
mild to moderate |
common; can be severe |
|
tiredness/ weakness |
sometimes |
usual; can last 2 to 3 weeks |
|
sneezing |
usual |
sometimes |
|
stuffy nose |
common |
sometimes |
|
sore throat |
common |
sometimes |
|
cough |
yes; a hack-ing cough |
yes; can be severe |
|
headache |
rare |
common |
|
extreme exhaustion |
never |
usual; feel it right away |
Also, here are some simple tips for staying well during the cold and flu season:
l Flu shot. Check with your physician about receiving the flu shot. It is a matter of preference, but the flu shot does provide immunity.
l Cough and cold etiquette. Remember to wash your hands often with soap and water. Use gel cleansers if soap and water are not available. Blow your nose with a tissue, throw it out and wash your hands. Always cover your mouth or nose with a tissue or your sleeve. Try not to rub your eyes or nose.
l How germs spread. Both the flu and a cold are respiratory illnesses caused by a virus. The germs can live on places like doorknobs, counters, and other surfaces for up to two hours.
l Stay home to get well. The best way to prevent spreading the flu is to stay well and recuperate. It is best to stay home until you and/or your child are fever free for at least 24 hours.
l Push fluids. Drink plenty of fluids-water and juices are good choices.
l Get plenty of rest. Stay quiet and get lots of sleep.
Visit www.fluFACTS.com to learn about the Flu Tracker and other online resources for avoiding the flu!
Adapted from: National Foundation for Infectious Diseases, ”Influenza Fact Sheet,” www.nfid.org/influenza/consumers_factsheet.html; Centers for Disease Control and Prevention “Antiviral Drugs for Influenza,” www.cdc.gov/flu/protect/antiviral/; Centre for Disease Control and Prevention “Good Health Habits for Preventing the Flu,” www.cdc.gov/flu/protect/habits.htm
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