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Nurse's Office
The Massachusetts Department of Public Health (MDPH) is the state governing agency that oversees school health programs. Many of the forms we use and health related information that we collect is according the MDPH law. Upon entrance, and annually thereafter, we collect a lot of health-related information and require parents and/or legal guardians to complete several forms. See the documents page for health forms and policies. Health Info For ChildrenAction for Healthy Kids - A national nonprofit organization dedicated to addressing the epidemic of overweight, undernourished and sedentary youth by focusing on changes in schools. We work in all 50 states and the District of Columbia to improve children's nutrition and increase physical activity, which will in turn improve their readiness to learn. Bullying - Stop Bullying NOW Exercise Guide for Kids - Web site with exercise resources for kids Flu Guide For Parents - Brochure developed by the Center for Disease Control. Head Lice Fact Sheet - Provides basic information about head lice for parents Head Lice Podcast - Listen to a Podcast on head lice Head Lice Treatment - Handout on treatment for head lice Growth Screening - You may have heard that our school will be determining your BMI (your child's BMI), which stands for Body Mass Index, in addition to measuring your (your child's) height and weight. Click the link for some information that will help you to understand what the buzz is all about. Kids Be Active - Developed by the Massachusetts Department of Public Health (MDPH) Kids Eat Healthy - Developed by the Massachusetts Department of Public Health (MDPH) Kids Health - Health information for kids, teens, and parents. Let's Move - The First Lady's initiative to fight childhood obesity. Mass in Motion This website helps you get started living a healthier lifestyle by taking small steps, and making little changes at home, at work, and in your community. Learn about diet and exercise and prevent diseases such as high blood pressure, heart disease, and reduce your risk of obesity. Massachusetts Safety Seat Law - Summary of safety seat law MedLine Plus - general health and drug info from the National Institute of Health (NIH) in English and Spanish Parents - the AntiDrug - Web site for drug abuse prevention for parents. Seasonal Flu Information For Parents - CDC web site for parents with flu information Vaccine Information - Web site with information on vaccines and immunization Health Info For ParentsBullying - Stop Bullying NOW Elevated Body Mass Index (BMI) This posting helps explain why school nurses are sending notification home to parents if the child is found to have an elevated BMI Guide to Quitting Smoking - American Cancer Society sponsored web site for smoking cessation Healthy Weight - This website will help you understand why keeping children at a healthy weight is so important for them in the long run. Freedom From Smoking Online - American Lung Association sponsored web site for smoking cessation Let's Move - The First Lady's initiative to fight childhood obesity. Jane Doe - Voices for Change - Domestic Violence Help and Prevention John C. Stalker Institute of Food and Nutrition Looking for some healthier snack alternatives? See The a-List provided on the website. You can search by food category! KidsHealth - Since 1995, the web's most-visited site about children's health - from before birth through adolescence. Created by physicians and other health experts at the Nemours Center for Children's Health Media. Mass in Motion This website helps you get started living a healthier lifestyle by taking small steps, and making little changes at home, at work, and in your community. Learn about diet and exercise and prevent diseases such as high blood pressure, heart disease, and reduce your risk of obesity. National Trends in Childhood Obesity This site provides the most recent information regarding National Trends In Childhood Obesity. Parents Matter Brochure - How to start the conversation about sexuality with your child. Your time and words matter more than you probably know. Personalized Quitting Plan - Smoking cession plan developed by the American Heart Association Quit All Together Web Site - smoking cessation info and support QuitWorks - Smoking cessation info and support sponsored by Massachusetts Department of Public Health. Weight, Nutrition, and Health - CDC general site on weight, nutrition, and health. What's Your Blood Pressure? - Did you know high blood pressure is called a "silent killer"? Have you had your blood pressure checked recently? This guide may provide you with some helpful information. Don't forget to talk with your doctor. Health Info For Staff
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