News from the School Nurse--November 2025
Flu season is upon us! According to the CDC, the influenza vaccine is our best defense against seasonal influenza. Influenza (Flu) | CDC  DoDEA requires the flu shot annually with a deadline of December 1st each year, or the submission of a signed immunization waiver. Immunization waivers must be obtained at the school and must be renewed annually. Flu shots may be obtained at your assigned medical clinic or at a Tricare participating pharmacy such as Walgreens, Wal Mart, CVS, and Publix to name a few. Please email a copy of your student’s flu shot as soon as possible.
E-scooters and Bikes: we have witnessed an increase in injuries in the health room from students riding e-bikes and e-scooters to school. Thankfully non have been too serious, but the potential is greater due to their weight and speed. Tufts medicine has the following tips for riding safely: E-Bike and E-Scooter Safety| Tufts Medicine
- Always wear a helmet. Helmets can prevent many head injuries.
- Obey traffic laws. E-bikes follow the same rules as bicycles. Bikes and scooters must be walked when crossing the pedestrian bridge.
- Be visible. Wear bright clothing, use reflectors and lights at night to be seen by traffic.
- Ride defensively. Assume cars may not see you or misjudge your speed. Pass pedestrians safely on the left and announce you are passing. Stay alert.
- Start slow. If you're new to e-bikes, practice in a safe area before riding on busy streets.
- Check your equipment. Ensure brakes work, tires are properly inflated and lights are functioning before each ride.
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Be safe Bulldogs!
Yours in good health,
Nurse Lopez
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