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School nurses play a crucial role in supporting children’s health and well-being, and their insights provide a unique perspective on how parents can ensure their children thrive both in school and at home. In this article, two school nurses provide advice on general health knowledge, the importance of communicating with the school nurse, how to manage medications and more.

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Bird flu and children: A parent's guide to avian influenza safety

As reports of H5N1 avian influenza (bird flu) in wild birds and poultry continue to surface, you might be wondering what this means for your children, your backyard chickens or even your family pets. Here’s what you need to know.
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Understanding your child's immunization schedule

The pediatric immunization schedule aims to protect children from infections that can cause severe illness, hospitalization and even death. This is why it is safest to get your child immunized according to the recommended schedule.

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