The Holiday Season is upon us which means gatherings, sharing of laugher, fun with family/friends and unfortunately the sharing of germs. Here are some tips for staying well this season!
Wash, wash, wash your hands! Hand washing is the best defense against preventing illness. Remind kids to cough/sneeze into their elbow. It’s also important for school aged students sleep 9 to 11 hours per night, drink plenty of fluids and eat a balanced diet. Eating breakfast is especially important! Unfortunately, even with the best care a virus can still make us sick. Please keep your child home from school if they have any of the below symptoms:
❉ Fever of 100 degrees or higher The student may not return until they have been fever free for 24 hours without the use of fever reducing medications.
❉ Vomiting or diarrhea The student may not return until symptom free for 24 hours without use of symptom inhibiting medications.
❉ Eye drainage, red eyes or ear pain
❉ Persistent cough
❉ Sore throat with fever/ and or rash
❉ Fever of 100 degrees or higher The student may not return until they have been fever free for 24 hours without the use of fever reducing medications.
❉ Vomiting or diarrhea The student may not return until symptom free for 24 hours without use of symptom inhibiting medications.
❉ Eye drainage, red eyes or ear pain
❉ Persistent cough
❉ Sore throat with fever/ and or rash
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Even in cool weather, kids need exercise and fresh air during recess. Please help your child choose warm, comfortable clothing for the school day. This includes a warm coat, hat, socks and gloves. Please contact your school if your child needs any of these items. |
Last but not least, please remember to be thoughtful of those who may be struggling with loneliness, grief or seasonal depression. If you or a loved one is feeling lost, please seek help. Suicide Hotline number: 1-800-273-8255 or Text HOME to 741741
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Anytime you wish to further discuss medical or other concerns with the nurse, please contact the office.
Thank you and Happy Holidays! |