Spring Into Action: Allergy Management in Schools

Allergies and allergic asthma are common among children in the United States. For instance, 8.5 percent of youngsters under age 18 have hay fever, aka allergic rhinitis, and 10 percent have respiratory allergies. As a school-based health professional, part of your job is to take the lead in mitigating students’ allergy symptoms and maintaining a […]

Protocols and Practices for Allergy Safety in Schools

As reported by the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology, allergies are a common condition for children in the United States. 4 percent of those under age 18 have allergic rhinitis, commonly known as hay fever. 4 percent have food allergies. 6 percent have skin allergies; namely, hives or eczema. And for many, allergies […]