Invitation to participate in a research study: The School Nurse’s Role in the Care and Management of Diabetes in the School Setting NEW
Through this study the researcher hopes to understand the school nurse’s role in the care and management of students with diabetes in the school setting. A brief survey can be accessed at the following link:
http://www.nursingsatisfaction.org

NASN and AHI Advances in School Nursing Summer Conference Scholarship
Deadline 04/15/10
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Now Playing On NASN Radio! Hidden Places Where Germs Hide in School
Does a toilet seat have more germs than a pencil sharpener? With a constant fear of germs we often find ourselves wiping and disinfecting, but are we cleaning all the right surfaces? Listen in as Dr. Charles Gerba and Nationally Certified School Nurse Eva Detloff, RN, discuss which school surfaces you need to clean to reduce student absenteeism by as much as 50 percent. NASN Radio, Listen and Learn.

NASN Resolution Overweight and Obese Children and Adolescents
published 02/01/2010
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National Association of School Nurses Announces New Student-to-School Nurse Ratios
New 2009 Ratio Ruler shows disparities in public schools throughout the nation
• Read the press release
• See the updated ruler
• Listen to NASN President, Sandi Delack's remarks at the press event announcing the release of the 2009 ratio ruler
• Visit our bookstore to purchase your copy of this ruler

NASN Legislative Priorities for 2010
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The Disaster in Haiti
NASN acknowledges the devastation to the people of Haiti. As health care providers, we are deeply touched by the tremendous loss of life and severe injury sustained by so many. Some of our members serve Haitian-American students who are experiencing distress and fear related to their loved ones in Haiti. Therefore, we support the dedicated efforts of all personnel assisting Haitian-Americans and those who are meeting both the immediate and long-term needs of those suffering and struggling to survive in the nation of Haiti.
We encourage anyone wishing to make contributions to do so through the following organizations or any other you deem appropriate: American Nurses Foundation (the money donated will go toward disaster relief, including rebuilding the Haitian nursing infrastructure and assisting the National Association of Haitian Nurses, Association Nationale des Infirmières Licenciées d'Haïti) at or the Red Cross.
originally published in NASN's Weekly Digest 01/21/10

Tools for Schools Resources - A Resource Kit for School Nurses UPDATED!
Pertussis (whooping cough), hepatitis A, hepatitis B, polio, and the flu continue to be relevant diseases among children, adolescents, and even adults. Yet parents, teachers, and staff may be unaware of these diseases and their risks. As a healthcare professional, you can help raise awareness of these diseases and the importance of appropriate vaccinations. Access the toolkit.

NASN Research Grants and Awards
Deadline for Application: March 1, 2010
Research Grants for proposed research projects and Research Awards for recognition of completed research projects. Learn more > > >

Access the Archived Webcast for the Institute of Medicine Future of Nursing Initiative where NASN was Represented Last Week
The forum focused on improving care delivered at the community level, with an emphasis on primary and long-term care. Over 300 health care leaders attended the forum, and many provided testimony to the IOM committee about the important role that nurses play in delivering care in the community. To read NASN's testimony, click here. To watch the webcast, click here (registration is required to access the archived webcast).

Show Your Support for the House and Senate Student-to-School Nurse Ratio Improvement Bills
With the help of our colleagues at the American Federation of Teachers, school nurses and other supporters now have a easy way to write to Members of Congress in support of H.R. 2730 and S. 2750. You are encouraged to click here to send your letters. To learn more about the bills and to check if your Members of Congress are already cosponsors of the bills, click here

School Nurses International 16th Biennial Conference 2011 in Hong Kong
Preliminary information on this biennial event has been released.
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Don’t Get Sidelined by the Flu
NASN's "Don't Get Sidelined by the Flu" program provides resources and tools to educate parents, faculty, and students about preventing and treating influenza. The materials are available in English and Spanish. Learn more.

Consumers Union – School Safety Alert Program
Previously recalled products are one of the top hidden hazards in the home. The School Safety Alert Program alerts parents, schools and educators immediately to imminent dangers and allow them to remove potentially dangerous even lethal products from their homes and schools.
Click here or vital safety alert and recall information to keep children safe.


S.C.R.A.T.C.H. (School and Community Resources to Avoid and Take Control of Head Lice)
Head Lice Prevention and Treatment Education Program
Learn more about NASN's newest educational campaign. Parent Letter available in English and Spanish. Click here.

RATIO IMPROVEMENT ACT OF 2009
H.R.2730
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