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American School Health Association
7263 State Route 43
P.O. Box 708
Kent, Ohio 44240
Phone: 330.678.1601
Fax: 330.678.4526
Email: asha@ashaweb.org
What's New May 11, 2008


82nd Annual ASHA School Health Conference

82nd Annual ASHA School Health Conference

The 2008 ASHA conference will include more than 200 presentations and special events related to the health and education issues affecting children and youth.

Finding Common Ground in Human Sexuality and Other Adolescent Health Issues
82nd Annual ASHA School Health Conference
November 12-15, 2008
Tampa, Florida

Team discounts are available for four or more registrants from one school district or agency.

Plan now to attend! See you in Tampa.

Disease Preparedness in Schools - Online Training Course

Disease Preparedness in Schools - Online Training Course

The American School Health Association is proud to announce the release of Disease Preparedness in Schools: School Planning for Disease Outbreaks (Module 1 - Influenza). This interactive, online training course will help school health professionals - Administrators, School Nurses, Teachers, and Mental Health Professionals - prepare for and respond to disease outbreaks that might affect schools.

Developed with an unrestricted educational grant from MedImmune, the module examines Influenza Facts, Signs and Symptoms, Types, Protective Measures, and more. In addition, the module describes the differences between Seasonal Flu and Pandemic Flu.

For a limited time, participants who complete the module can receive FREE CE contact hours.


Individualized Healthcare Plans for the School Nurse

This one-of-a-kind resource - includes a book and computer software package - sets the standard for school nurses concerning the formulation of individualized healthcare plans designed to fit the unique health needs of students.

 Individualized Healthcare Plans In addition to the 18 special issue and concept chapters, the book includes a comprehensive list of 57 IPHs covering various chronic and acute conditions. The accompanying computer software assists in the development and creation of individualized healthcare plans that include: 1) nursing diagnosis; 2) interventions; 3) outcomes; and 4) a column to add assessment data.

Visit the ASHA Bookstore to order your copy today.


Protecting and Disclosing Student Health Information:

How to Develop School District Policies and Procedures This must-have handbook provides practical guidance to help school district personnel navigate the myriad and sometimes conflicting legal considerations connected to managing student health information. Not just for nurses, this valuable resource will assist all school officials in developing and implementing policies and administrative procedures that will enable them to confidently protect, use and handle sensitive information appropriately within the scope of their responsibilities. This book gives particular attention to balancing the requirements of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) with other applicable federal and state laws. Visit the ASHA Bookstore to order your copy today.



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