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Nurses are an essential component to the health and wellbeing of students, particularly those with acute and chronic health conditions. We are here to support students with physical, mental and behavioral health needs during the school day so they can stay safe, healthy and ready to learn. We love what we do!
Nurses are an essential component to the health and wellbeing of students, particularly those with acute and chronic health conditions. We are here to support students with physical, mental and behavioral health needs during the school day so they can stay safe, healthy and ready to learn. We love what we do!
Your MPCSD Nurses
Your MPCSD Nurses
Join Us for This Free Event!
Join Us for This Free Event!
*For those who missed the first MPCSD Zoom presentation on 3/14/23, please join us on the 28th!
A New Approach to Food Allergies for Teens
Hosted by Menlo Park City School District
Join us, Tuesday, March 28th, for this free educational community event with important information and support for food allergic families and friends. Teens welcome!
Food allergies can create confusion and anxiety for parents and children of all ages. Food allergy expert, allergist Dr. Rani Maskatia of Latitude Food Allergy Care, will share the newest approaches in food allergy testing and treatment options that can provide clear answers and a proactive path forward for you and your teen in all settings — including high school and college. This virtual event will also feature a local family who will share their experiences with food allergy desensitization and the impact on their daily activities and safety. There will also be ample time for questions.
All community members are welcome to attend.
Please register at NewApproachToFoodAllergiesforTeens.eventbrite.com.
Free registration is required to receive a secure Zoom link.
Date: Tuesday, March 28, 2023
Time: 7:00 - 8:00 PM
The Facts About Norovirus
The Facts About Norovirus
Norovirus is a very contagious virus that causes acute vomiting and diarrhea. Norovirus can survive for weeks on surfaces and objects, such as countertops, doorknobs, phones, and furniture. Norovirus can spread quickly in closed and crowded places such as hospitals, nursing homes, schools, and cruise ships. It is sometimes called "stomach flu," but is not related to influenza (flu) viruses. Norovirus is the most common cause of acute gastroenteritis in the United States, causing an estimated 19 to 21 million cases every year.
Norovirus is a very contagious virus that causes acute vomiting and diarrhea. Norovirus can survive for weeks on surfaces and objects, such as countertops, doorknobs, phones, and furniture. Norovirus can spread quickly in closed and crowded places such as hospitals, nursing homes, schools, and cruise ships. It is sometimes called "stomach flu," but is not related to influenza (flu) viruses. Norovirus is the most common cause of acute gastroenteritis in the United States, causing an estimated 19 to 21 million cases every year.
Norovirus illness can be serious:
Norovirus illness can be serious:
• Norovirus illness can make you feel extremely sick with diarrhea and vomiting many times a day.
• Some people may get severely dehydrated, especially young children, the elderly, and people with other illnesses.
• Each year, norovirus causes 56,000 to 71,000 hospitalizations and 570 to 800 deaths, mostly in young children and the elderly.
Norovirus spreads very easily and quickly:
• It only takes a very small amount of norovirus particles (fewer than 100) to make you sick.
• People with norovirus illness shed billions of virus particles in their stool and vomit and can easily infect others.
• You are contagious from the moment you begin feeling sick and for the first few days after you recover.
• Norovirus can stay on objects and surfaces and still infect people for days or weeks.
• Norovirus can survive some disinfectants, making it hard to get rid of.
What can you do to protect yourself and others from norovirus?
STAY HOME WHEN YOU ARE SICK!! DO NOT RETURN TO SCHOOL OR WORK UNTIL SYMPTOM FREE FOR 48 HOURS.
WASH YOUR HANDS!! Use soap and water - hand sanitizers should not be used as a substitute for handwashing.
When you are sick, do not prepare food for others. You should not prepare food for others or provide healthcare while you are sick and for at least 2 to 3 days after you recover.
Clean and disinfect contaminated surfaces - after throwing up or having diarrhea, immediately clean and disinfect contaminated surfaces.
Wash laundry thoroughly - immediately remove and wash clothes or linens that may be contaminated with vomit or stool (feces) - wear gloves.
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