Whether schools have stock epinephrine or not, school staff should be educated on allergy, anaphylaxis, and epinephrine. How intensive that education is and what all is included can differ depending on your role at the school and your state. Check out some of Code Ana’s education for schools! EpiReady This program is a one-stop shop …
Fire drills and tornado drills have very set structures and safety points that can become muscle memory for many staff and students. When it comes to medical emergencies on campus, no two emergencies will ever be the same so no two emergency drills should be the same. While that can seem like a daunting idea …
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Field trips and extracurricular activities provide valuable learning experiences and opportunities for students to explore the world beyond the classroom. However, for students with allergies, these outings can present unique challenges and potential risks. As educators and caregivers, it is our responsibility to ensure the safety and inclusion of all students, including those with allergies. …
Depending on where you live, you may be required to receive training before your school, center, or organization receives stock epinephrine. While there are many different kinds of training out there, you need to make sure you receive training specifically created for stock epinephrine, not just any epinephrine certification. Before attending, requesting, or purchasing a …
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As you send your child with allergy to school each day, worry can take over your mind no matter how many conversations you may have had with their teachers about how to protect against allergen exposure. While discussions can be helpful, sharing evidenced-based education with teachers, school nurses, and administrators can do even more! Check …
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More and more children are living with chronic diseases than ever before. As children spend most of their time at school, schools must be prepared for when one of these diseases manifests acutely, whether that is Becky going into anaphylaxis after consuming her allergen or George experiencing a seizure. Before Code Ana works with a …
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