Tag Archives: health

This Is the Way We Wash Our Hands . . .

Posted on March 30, 2020 by

By Elizabeth Verdick, author of  Germs Are Not for Sharing Jimmy Fallon’s new song is helping Americans tune in to the importance of fighting viruses: “Wash your hands, wash your hands, do not touch your face.” He strums his guitar, … Continue reading →

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Invite Guests—Not Germs—to Your Home During the Holidays

Posted on December 13, 2018 by

By Elizabeth Verdick, author of Germs Are Not for Sharing Hurray, it’s the holiday season! Uh-oh, it’s also cold and flu season. Parties, travel, and gatherings are all part of holiday fun, but time spent with others during cold and … Continue reading →

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Flu Season Survival Guide for Teachers

Posted on November 8, 2018 by

By Andrew Hawk Being a teacher comes with several occupational hazards. One of these hazards is the exposure to infectious diseases. It’s not just that children take part in a variety of habits that spread germs, it’s that schools put … Continue reading →

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Counselor’s Corner: Puberty Resources for Tweens and Teens

Posted on July 22, 2014 by

Puberty can be an awkward time not only for adolescents but also for the adults who care about them. It can sometimes be uncomfortable to step in and help adolescents take care of their changing bodies. The good news is … Continue reading →

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Counselor’s Corner: Enjoy Moving More!

Posted on January 28, 2013 by

My New Year’s resolution this year is to move more. Until recently, I have had a love-hate relationship with exercise. This time around, however, I am thinking about it differently. Whether you are trying to incorporate exercise into your routine … Continue reading →

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