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The ASD Health Services / Nursing Department has been awarded a Gold Star for exceptional customer service. Read more » Health Services/Nursing The Anchorage School District Health Services Program employs over 100 nurses to meet the growing health needs of today's students and staff. Health Services strives to provide accessible, quality health and nursing care for every child. School nursing services include: Identification and follow-up of health problems Crisis intervention for ill and injured students Control of communicable diseases within the school environment Special nursing services such as treatments prescribed by the student's physician which are necessary for the student to attend school When students enter the school district requiring health related services, school nurses and health treatment nurses provide those services so that the student can access and benefit from the education program. Bedbugs Bedbugs are a nuisance, but are not known to spread disease. These insects, about the size of apple seeds, bite and can leave itchy red welts on their victims. Learn more about bedbugs and how to protect against them in the handout below. Bedbug fact sheet (PDF) Bedbugs 101: Information Everyone Should Know » Ak. Dept. of Health & Social Services bedbug page with links to many resources » Head lice ASD revised its policy regarding head lice control in 2009. Learn more about ASD's head lice policy »   ASD's Nurse Health Manual explains the district's procedures for managing head lice infestations. Click here to read ASD's procedures (PDF) Energy drinks The proliferation of Energy drinks, which may contain more than 10 times the caffeine found in regular sodas, has prompted concern about the side effects from consuming these beverages. Energy drink fact sheet (PDF) Swine flu Sneeze or cough into a tissue, elbow or sleeve. Wash your hands often with soap and water, especially after you cough or sneeze. Avoid touching your eyes, nose or mouth. Avoid physical contact with anyone who displays flu-like symptoms Learn more » Resources on this site About Health Services Guidelines, role of nurses, physicals, TB screening, and more First Aid/CPR Classes Sign up for first aid classes available to ASD employees and school volunteers Consider a career in nursing Choose from three types of nursing careers with ASD: school nurse, health treatment nurse and substitute nurse. Call our Health Services program with application questions and assistance: 907-742-4136 Nursing brochure » (PDF)         Health Forms Access health forms necessary for enrollment and throughout the year Immunizations Learn which shots are required and find local clinics         Links Medical information and health web sites for teens and parents		Health Services Menu Health Services Home About Health Services First Aid Health Forms Immunizations Links Nursing & Health Services Location 5530 E Northern Lights Blvd Anchorage, AK 99504-3135 Phone 907-742-4136 Fax 907-742-4170 Staff Nancy Edtl Director Emelyn Hudson Coordinator Chris Fraczek Coordinator Behavior Health Supports Tammy Glover IS Specialist Denise Carpenter Admin. Assistant Sue Palagyi Admin. Assistant Ray Patterson CPR/First Aid

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