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    Ask the Allergist: Stock Albuterol and Stock Epinephrine In Schools

    Access to life-saving asthma inhalers and epinephrine auto-injectors in schools saves lives – and it is simple and smart, says Andrea Pappalardo, MD.

  • A group of six children with backpacks walk towards a school building entrance. The kids are wearing casual summer clothes, and the scene conveys a sense of excitement and anticipation.

    Caring for Students with Chronic Health Concerns: SN CHAT Tool (Recording)

    This webinar was recorded on February 24, 2022 we discuss being prepared when students enrolled in school have a chronic health condition, including asthma…

  • A child uses an inhaler with a spacer. They wear a striped shirt and are focused on properly using the medical device. The background is white, emphasizing the child's action and the inhaler.

    Teaching Students to Self-Manage their Asthma & Allergies (Recording)

    Free webinar recorded Wednesday, January 12, 2022 we discuss preschool through high school and lead each child towards independence in their asthma care.

  • A smiling nurse in turquoise scrubs stands with a stethoscope around her neck. The background features the U.S. Capitol building against a clear blue sky.

    Tell Congress to Support the NURSE Act

    Many schools lack funding to hire school nurses full-time. The NURSE Act provides grants to increase the number of school nurses in public schools…

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    School Plans for Students with Food Allergies

    Learn about the 4 types of school plans for students with food allergies and what parents need to do to get the right plan(s)…

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    School-Based Allergies and Asthma Management Program Becomes Law!

    The president has signed into law HR 2468, the school based allergies and asthma management program act (SAMPRO) to help schoolchildren with asthma.

  • An older man with glasses and short gray hair is speaking. He is wearing a dark suit jacket over a light shirt. Text on the image identifies him as a board-certified allergist and immunologist.

    Ask the Allergist: How to Help Teenagers Transition to Asthma and Allergy Self-Care

    Dr. Don Bukstein advises parents on how to get their adolescent or teen to take on more responsibility of managing their allergies or asthma.

  • A young girl wearing a white face mask is seated at a classroom desk, writing in a notebook. She has brown hair tied up and wears a striped shirt. Other students in masks are blurred in the background, with globes and classroom items visible.

    COVID-19 and Asthma Care at School – Resources for School Nurses

    Learn about Allergy & Asthma Network resources available for school nurses to use to navigate the management of students with asthma.

  • A teacher wearing a mask helps a young student with her work in a classroom. Other masked students are seated at desks, focusing on their tasks. Bright, natural light enters through large windows in the background.

    Back to School with Allergies and Asthma – COVID-19 Edition

    Learn how to prepare students with allergies and asthma for school, with the latest information regarding COVID-19 issues for schools and students.

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    Allergy & Asthma Learning Resources for Children

    Children can learn more about allergies and asthma with Allergy & Asthma Network’s Breatherville puzzles, stories, books, and recipes.

  • A young girl wearing a white face mask is seated at a classroom desk, writing in a notebook. She has brown hair tied up and wears a striped shirt. Other students in masks are blurred in the background, with globes and classroom items visible.

    Asthma At School: To Go or Not to Go?

    It’s hard to know when children with asthma should go to school and when they should stay home. A chronic health condition like asthma…

  • Three smiling boys in white shirts stand together, each with a backpack. The boy in the middle has his arms around the others, showcasing friendship and excitement, against a plain white background.

    Back to School With Confidence: How to Prevent Bullying

    Learn how to empower and prevent children with asthma and food allergies from bullying.

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Asthma and allergies affect many schoolchildren across the United States. For parents concerned about sending their kid with asthma or allergies to school, we have practical tips for you. For school nurses and other healthcare professionals working with children in schools, we have numerous resources to help address and questions you may have as you provide care. Listen to our webinars and explore other resources for parents, doctors, school nurses, teachers, coaches and other school officials.

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