National Association of School Nurses
About Us
The National Association of School Nurses supports the health and educational success of children and youth by developing and providing leadership to advance school nursing practice by specialized registered nurses.
The National Association of School Nurses is classified under the Internal Revenue Code as a 501(c)(3) Public Charity.
Contact Information
The National Association of School Nurses
8484 Georgia Avenue, Suite 420
Silver Spring, MD 20910
Telephone: 240-821-1130
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Articles by National Association of School Nurses
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When Sickness Strikes: Know When to Keep a Child Home From School
A parent’s decision to keep a child home from school when he or she is sick can sometimes be a difficult one. No...
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Facts About Meningococcal Disease
Meningococcal Disease Snapshot Meningococcal disease is a rare, but potentially deadly, bacterial infection that can...
Topics: Childhood Immunizations -
Ways Your School Nurse Can Help Children with Allergies and Anaphylaxis
Below are seven ways your school nurse can help children who have allergies and anaphylaxis Educate the child about...
Topics: Childhood Allergies -
Meningitis
The Basics What Is Meningitis Meningococcal meningitis, a form of meningococcal disease, is a serious bacterial...
Topics: Childhood Immunizations -
Information About OTC Cough Medicine Abuse
Cough Medicine OTC cough medicines containing the active ingredient dextromethorphan (DXM) have been providing families...
Topics: Teen Alcohol and Substance Use -
Getting Schooled in Hepatitis A - A Fact Sheet
What is hepatitis A? Hepatitis A is a disease caused by a virus that affects the liver. Hepatitis A is found in the...
Topics: Childhood Immunizations -
Head Lice: A Real Head Scratcher for Parents
Each year approximately 6 to 12 million children between the ages of 3 and 12 year of age are infested with head lice...
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Vaccinations for School-Aged Children and the Diseases They Prevent
Vaccinations have reduced and in some cases eliminated serious diseases in the U.S. The Centers for Disease Control and...
Topics: Childhood Immunizations
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