Tdap and Personal Beliefs Exemption Information
In response to a number of questions we are receiving regarding Tdap and the new Personal Beliefs Exemption (PBE), please go to www.shotsforschool.org for valuable information. The California Department of Public Health (CDPH) will post the complete information regarding applying for the exemption and the forms to use as soon as they are approved. Everything is in process presently. The regulation goes into effect January 1, 2014. If you wish to read about the new PBE law, AB 2109 (Pan), please click here.
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Diastat Updates May 2013
CSNO has re-written the Seizure Management chapter in the 2011 edition of The Green Book: Guidelines for Specialized Physical Healthcare Services in School Settings. You may order a copy of Chapter 13, Seizure Management in School Settings (2012) from the CSNO Store ($10 a copy).
Senate Bill 161 (Huff) was signed by Governor Brown October, 2011. It went into effect January 1, 2012. The Office of Administrative Law (OAL) required Emergency Regulations to be developed which went into effect March 26, 2012 and expired October 2012. Standard regulations were developed by the California Department of Education with input from the public. The OAL approved those regulations October 31, 2012.
The California Education Code 49414.7 reflects the changes in the law. This is an optional law. If your school district Board of Education decides to participate (train voluntary, unlicensed, non-medical personnel to administer Diastat rectal gel), they must follow the law as outlined. This law will sunset in 2017 if no further changes or renewal are made.
Currently the California Department of Education has posted Anti-seizure Medication Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) on their website; (Click here). For additional information click here to visit the CDE website.
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NORTHERN SECTION LAUNCHES WEBSITE - www.csnons.com
Northern Section is pleased to announce the launching of its website, which highlights the myriad professional development opportunities, networking news and other resources to support school nurses. According to Northern Section Past President Sheri Coburn, “This has been a goal of Northern Section and we are elated that the website has come to life! We are asking Northern Section School Nurses to share information about the great things they are doing in their districts that will spawn other ideas throughout the section and state.” If you have research, programs, resources, please send your information to Donna Beckman, Northern Section Communication/Technology Chair.
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