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Insulin Pumps for Adolescents

Insulin Pumps for Adolescents Strict blood sugar control can significantly reduce long-term complications of neuropathy, retinopathy and kidney disease in adolescents with insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus (IDDM). Insulin pump therapy in which there is a continuous, subcutaneous insulin infusion (CSII) provides minuscule hourly insulin changes and greater lifestyle flexibility. Children with newly diagnosed IDDM who started CSII had fewer physical complaints and felt less restricted by..
  
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Readers of School Health Digest were asked to provide advice to new school nurses. What we heard was wisdom that reflected humor, thoughtfulness, professionalism and a very positive attitude regarding school nursing. A reader states "school nursing is so much more than I ever thought it would be. Enjoy it every day. You won't regret your choice of nursing fields."

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- Vending Machines , School Beverage and Pouring Rights Contracts
The American Beverage Association recommended that elementary school vending machines contain only bottled water and 100% juices, and that middle school machines stock these products along with unsweetened soft drinks, low-calorie juice drinks, and sports drinks. However, independent local bottlers are not obliged to follow this guidance. This article outlines concern for soft drink consumption by school-age youth and explains “pouring rights contracts” used by the soft drink industry.

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- Injury Prevention – Using a Developmental Approach
Injury risks differ across the stages of child and adolescent development and should guide prevention strategies. While unintended injury is the leading cause of death for ages one to 34 years, the relative influence of physical environments and social groups (social ecology) contributes to variable types of injury. .
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