82nd Annual ASHA School Health
Conference a Success
Thanks to the nearly 700 presenters, attendees, exhibitors, sponsors and
staff
for
making the 2008 ASHA conference an educational and networking success. Throughout the 82nd annual gathering,
conference participants experienced a
top-caliber professional program and enjoyed the gracious
hospitality
of our Tampa hosts.
Congratulations to 2008 Howe Award recipient Douglas Kirby, and the other award and scholarship recipients.
Dr.
Kirby, pictured right, has been responsible for shaping and guiding the field of comprehensive sexuality
education during the past 30 years.
Page through the 2008 Conference Program and Awards Booklet to find out more about the
timely educational sessions and other interesting conference activities.
See you in Denver in 2009!
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.
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.
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.