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        Valley Park Nurse's office is located in the Elementary Building. 


St Louis County Reports Rise in Pertussis Cases
 
St. Louis County Department of Health has reported a recent rise in the number of confirmed cases of Pertussis, also known as "whooping cough." Pertussis is a contagious illness caused by bacteria and  begins with symptoms similar to a cold; runny nose, sneezing, mild cough, and may include a low-grade fever. Within two weeks, the cough may become much worse with fits of coughing that continue for weeks. A physician must make the confirming diagnosis of Pertussis.
 
There are steps that may be taken to reduce the chances of getting or spreading Pertussis:

 

  • People with cough illnesses should stay home and avoid others, especially expectant mothers infants and young children.
  • Vaccination with age appropriate vaccine can also help prevent Pertussis.
  • Cover coughs and sneezes with a tissue and wash hands thoroughly and often.
 
For more information, please visit www.cdc.gov/pertussis or www.stlouisco.com/doh

 

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Do you ever wonder if your child REALLY need immunizations? 

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  Illness Prevention


     Five Ways to stay Healthy during the Winter Months

 

     When should I keep my child home from school?

            (Answers to Frequently Asked Questions)

            English version

            Spanish version

 

    "Why don't we do it in our sleeves?" (video regarding coughing

         and sneezing)

               

             Why Don't We Do It In Our Sleeves?

           English

 

  School Forms

        Parent Approval to Administer Medication at School 

            English Version

            Spanish Version

        Asthma

            Asthma Action Plan

        Life-Threatening Allergies

           Emergency Health Care Plan

 

MSHSAA Sports Physical Forms

 

MO Healthnet:  Health insurance program for uninsured children of low-income families who do not have access to affordable health insurance
 

Head Lice:  General information from the CDC on Head Lice.

 

Missouri State Immunization Requirement:  Missouri State immunization requirements for school age students.