Access to life-saving asthma inhalers and epinephrine auto-injectors in schools saves lives – and it is simple and smart, says Andrea Pappalardo, MD.
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Caring for Students with Chronic Health Concerns: SN CHAT Tool (Recording)
February 24, 2022
This webinar was recorded on February 24, 2022 we discuss being prepared when students enrolled in school have a chronic health condition, including asthma and allergies.
Teaching Students to Self-Manage their Asthma & Allergies (Recording)
January 12, 2022
Free webinar recorded Wednesday, January 12, 2022 we discuss preschool through high school and lead each child towards independence in their asthma care.
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 nationwide.
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) in place for their children.
COVID-19: Practical Strategies to Prevent Back to School Surges (Recording)
August 19, 2021
A discussion of COVID-19 national guidance, practical strategies and YOUR questions!
Food Allergy: From Home to School (Recording)
June 8, 2021
In this webinar we’ll help you get ready for the coming school year! How can we work together at school to keep students with food allergies safe? Find out.
The ABC’s of COVID-19 and School Reopening: Assessment, Beliefs and Care (Recording)
April 14, 2021
In this webinar we look at the CDC guidance as well as vaccines and student needs as we look at the issues surrounding schools reopening.
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.
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.
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.
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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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.