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MyEagleNews.com Wednesday, August 5, 2020 A7 e r n a t s Page P AUGUST 2020 Information about Covid-19 for Parents A little information on COVID-19 for parents as we look towards the coming school year. As many parents are aware, this coming school year will be different from any year we have seen in the past. As schools work hard to comply with the ever-changing requirements, here are some tips for parents to prepare. First, please be patient with the teachers and staff. They do not make the rules/laws and they are working hard to comply with regula- tions, along with keeping our kids healthy and in school. This is not easy any year but even more so in the new world of COVID-19. Zachary Bailey, M.D. Shawna Clark, DNP Emily Lieuallen, DO Rafffaella Betza, M.D. Nora Healey, FNP Janessa Sickler, DO David Hall, M.D. Face Coverings Although this is challenging for many, cloth face coverings are meant to protect other people in case the wearer is unknowingly infected but does not have symptoms. Cloth face coverings are not surgical masks, respirators, or other medical personal protective equip- ment. Face Covering should be worn by all students and are most essential in times when physical distancing is difficult to maintain. Kids should be frequently reminded not to touch the face covering and to wash their hands frequently. Note: Cloth face cover- ings should not be placed on children younger than 2 years old Check Website for Upcoming Events 541-575-0110 jdccparksandrec.rc@gmail.com Hand Hygiene and Respiratory Etiquette Teach and reinforce handwashing with soap and water for at least 20 seconds. If soap and water are not readily available, hand sanitizer that contains at least 60% alcohol can be used. Encourage students to cover coughs and sneezes with a tissue. Used tissues should be thrown in the trash and hands washed immediately with soap and water for at least 20 seconds or use alcohol-based hand sanitizer. As we close, keep in mind that this virus does not discriminate and those who become infected with this virus are people just like you and me. The schools, parents, and students will be directed by the public health department on the appropriate action that will need to be taken including when to isolate/quarantine, when to seek medical care, and when they can return to school. (Remember to remain patient with the schools and healthcare pro- viders as we continue to make adjustments with recommendations as the best information available to us will continue to change). Please feel free to contact your healthcare provider or the health department for any questions or concerns you may have. Immunizations It’s that time of year again! As we prepare for our kids to go back to school, making sure they are up to date on their immunizations is even more important this year. As we continue to face many uncertainties one thing remains the same, making sure our kids are vaccinat- ed is the single most effective way to assure vaccine-preventable diseases and outbreaks do not occur. Call your healthcare provider or the health department to make sure your kids are up to date on school required and recommended vaccinations such as HPV, Meningo- coccal, Tetanus (Tdap), Hep A & B, and even the annual flu. CCS Changing Lives NO COST SCREENING High Quality Services Include: Mental Health Alcohol and Drug Developmental Disability 528 E. Main • John Day • 541-575-1466 Adolescent Well-Care Visits The American Academy of Pediatrics and Bright Futures Guidelines recommend annu- al well-care visits during early childhood and adolescence. Annual well-care visits during adolescence promote healthy behaviors, prevent risky ones, and detect conditions that can interfere with physical, social, and emotional development. The Grant County Health De- partment promotes these recommendations as well. These well-care exams also include but are not limited to a vision screen, physical health assessment, and review of age-appropriate nutrition, physical activity, safety, and social topics. The OSAA Sports Physical form required to compete in Oregon Jr/Sr High School athletic activities can also be completed during this visit. Don’t wait until practice starts, make an appointment today. S200801-1