April 24, 2026
According to ScienceDaily, a study published in Molecular Psychiatry suggests that autism and ADHD may be connected at a biological level in ways that go beyond traditional diagnostic labels. While it is well known that the two conditions often occur together, the underlying mechanisms they may share have remained…
Read More [+]April 23, 2026
Chronic or mental health conditions impact more than 40% of school-aged children. School nurses play a critical role in early identification and support, working with school-based behavioral healthcare teams and community providers to promote student well-being, improve attendance, and reduce health disparities. Explore NASN’s Mental…
Read More [+]April 23, 2026
Celebrate School Nurse Day, May 6, 2026, with ease. NASN’s official toolkit includes ready-to-use posters, social graphics and frames, a national proclamation, and messaging to help you recognize the impact of school nurses and engage your entire school community. Whether you’re a school nurse, administrator,…
Read More [+]April 14, 2026
Healthcare transition (HCT) planning is essential to ensuring continuity of care for students with healthcare needs as they move into, through, and beyond the school setting. NASN’s position statement, Transition Planning for Students with Healthcare Needs, emphasizes a coordinated, student-centered approach—led by school nurses, who…
Read More [+]April 7, 2026
FARE’s National Indicator Report on Food Allergy highlights the growing prevalence, workforce shortages, economic burden, and persistent treatment gaps that impact individuals and communities. In schools, these challenges directly affect student health and safety, placing school nurses at the forefront of prevention and emergency response.
Read More [+]March 28, 2026
According to PBS, A federal judge recently temporarily blocked federal health officials from cutting the number of vaccines recommended for every child, and said U.S. Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. likely violated federal procedures in revamping a key vaccine advisory committee. Read more here!
Read More [+]March 28, 2026
Many teens turn to energy drinks, coffee, or supplements to stay alert—but excessive caffeine can be harmful to developing bodies and brains. A new NASN School Nurse article by Wendy Donald (2026) examines energy drink use in detail to help school staff,…
Read More [+]March 19, 2026
According to the Daily Herald, with approximate one-tenth of U.S. children dealing with a food allergy, it’s important to take a team approach involving schools, parents and pediatricians to keep kids safe at schools. Read more here!
Read More [+]March 19, 2026
School nurses provide evidence-based quality care to students with type 1 diabetes. The Diabetes Education & Camping Association (DECA) encourages school nurses to connect with their local camp to share resources, align on best practices for supporting students with diabetes, and learn how to talk…
Read More [+]March 19, 2026
Refresh your skills in School Nurse-Led Case Management (SNLCM)! Learn evidence-based strategies, tools, and guidance to support students with known and suspected health conditions and strengthen your confidence in promoting health equity through SNLCM. Read more here to complete the course!
Read More [+]I’m so proud of all those [who took part in the Health Moves Minds program]. They now see the huge benefit of what this program has to offer.
