Nurse Notes
April 2019
Vaccination Updates 2019-2020 School Year
We are finally moving in to warmer months and seeing the end of the cold and flu season. We are also approaching the end of the school year. Now is a great time to make sure your child has the vaccination requirements they need, especially if they are moving in to Kindergarten or moving on to middle school.
Click on the link below to see what shots your child will need. You may also contact me if you have any questions and I'll be happy to help you.
https://www.dshs.texas.gov/immunize/school/school-requirements.aspx
April Is Autism Awareness Month
If you have a child with autism, life can sometimes be challenging.
Did you know that The Autism Society has partnered with AMC Movie Theaters to offer "sensory friendly" movies?
Click the following link to see participating theaters and get more information.
Stay Healthy Around Small Pets
Maybe your family doesn't have the time to take care of a dog, puppy or kitten, so you think a smaller animal might just be the thing.
Pet rodents (such as mice, rats, hamsters, gerbils, and guinea pigs) and other small pets (such as hedgehogs, sugar gliders, chinchillas, and ferrets) can sometimes carry germs that can make people sick. These germs can cause illnesses ranging from serious diarrhea to birth defects.
- Small pets can carry germs even if they look healthy and clean.
- Germs are shed in their droppings and can easily contaminate their bodies, habitats, toys, bedding, and anything in areas where they live.
- These germs can spread to people after they touch these animals or anything in their habitats.
But There’s Good News!
You can take steps to stay healthy while enjoying your pets.
Rodents and other small pets are not recommended for children under 5 years old, adults over 65, or people with weakened immune systems because they are at a greater risk for serious illness from germs that pets can carry.
Wash Your Hands
Always wash hands thoroughly with soap and water right after touching, feeding, or caring for your pets or cleaning their habitats.
- Adults should supervise hand washing for young children.
- If soap and water are not readily available, use hand sanitizer until you are able to wash your hands thoroughly with soap and water.
Keep It Clean
Keep small pets and their supplies out of kitchens and other areas where food is prepared, served, stored, or consumed.
- Clean habitats, toys, and supplies outside the house when possible.
- If you clean supplies indoors, use a laundry sink or bathtub, and thoroughly clean and disinfect the area right after.
Play Safely
- Don’t kiss, snuggle, or hold small pets close to your face.
- Don’t let them roam free in your home.
- Don’t touch your mouth after handling small pets.
- Don’t eat or drink around animals.
Measles Update
From January 1 to March 28, 2019, 387 individual cases of measles have been confirmed in 15 states. This is the second greatest number of cases reported in the U.S. since measles was eliminated in 2000. The states that have reported cases to CDC are Arizona, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Georgia, Illinois, Kentucky, Michigan, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Oregon, Texas, and Washington.
These outbreaks are linked to travelers who brought measles back from other countries such as Israel, Ukraine, and the Philippines, where large measles outbreaks are occurring. Make sure you are vaccinated against measles before traveling internationally.
Signs and Symptoms
Measles starts with fever, runny nose, cough, red eyes, and sore throat. It’s followed by a rash that spreads over the body. Measles is highly contagious and spreads through coughing and sneezing. Make sure you and your child are protected with the measles, mumps, and rubella (MMR) vaccine.
Ask The Doctor Interactive Seminar!
Doctors and mental health professionals will be available for a question and answer session on April 11 from 6-8 pm at the LISD Administrative Center.
Bring your questions and ask the doctor (for FREE!) any questions you would like answered.
Here's the link for more information:
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How To Contact Me
Email: MillerRG@lisd.net
Website: https://www.lisd.net/domain/4380
Location: 4600 Quail Run, Flower Mound, TX, USA
Phone: 972 350 5915