Influenza Information for Parents from the ISB Nurse Clinic
by Sonja Roback
nurse@isb.ac.th
Influenza is an acute disease of the respiratory tract caused by influenza viruses. There are different influenza viruses and they are changing constantly, causing mild to severe illness, hospital stays and death in all parts of the world. The World Health Organization recommends influenza vaccination as the most effective way to prevent infection. We want to give you information on the prevention and treatment of influenza.
Why is it important for the ISB Nurse Clinic to encourage flu vaccine for school age children?
Schools are places where viruses and other germs are easily exchanged. Children are efficient germ spreaders. Illness disrupts school attendance and learning. The National Association of School Nurses says, “Studies have shown high rates of vaccination among school children (50-70%) can dramatically reduce the overall burden of disease in the entire community (Reichert et al., 2001; Longini., Ackerman, & Elveback, 1978; Loeb et al.,
2010).”
To receive the vaccine, see your healthcare provider. Nearby, the influenza vaccine is available at the Bumrungrad International Nichada Clinic and World Medical Center. Both facilities recommend calling ahead for a vaccination appointment.
How can I tell the difference between influenza and a “cold”?
The United States Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) notes that “in general, the flu is worse than the common cold and symptoms such as fever, body aches, extreme tiredness, and dry cough are more common and intense. Colds are usually milder than the flu. People with colds are more likely to have a runny or stuffy nose and congestion. Colds generally do not result in serious health problems like the flu, such as pneumonia, bacterial infections, or hospitalizations.” If you suspect influenza, please see your healthcare provider for diagnosis and treatment. https://www.cdc.gov/flu/keyfacts.htm
Signs and symptoms of influenza:
- Fever or feeling feverish/chills (not all people with influenza will have a fever)
- Cough
- Sore throat
- Runny or stuffy nose
- Muscle or body aches
- Headaches
- Fatigue (very tired)
- Some people may have vomiting and diarrhea, though this is more common in children than adults.
The Nurse’s Clinic wants to help you to protect yourself and your family against seasonal flu. Here are some ways to stop the spread of germs and sickness:
Remember: The most important action that anyone can do is to get the flu vaccine.
- If your children are sick, keep them at home. Do not send them to school.
- Teach your children to wash their hands frequently with soap and water for 20 seconds. Be sure to set a good example by doing this yourself.
- Teach your children to cover coughs and sneezes with tissues or by coughing into the inside of the elbow. Be sure to set a good example by doing this yourself.
- Teach your children to stay at least one meter away from people who are sick.
- People who are sick should stay home from work or school, and they should stay away from other people until they are better.
ISB is committed to your child’s overall development, both educationally and health related. Should you have any questions or concerns, please contact your healthcare provider or the ISB Nurse’s Office (nurse@isb.ac.th).
Walking in Peace: ISB’s first school-wide Peace Day – Sept. 24th
by Chris Tananone
Global Citizenship Coordinator
ctananon@isb.ac.th
“Walking in Peace” will be the theme of ISB’s first schoolwide Peace Day to be celebrated on Wednesday, September 24th. The UN sponsored International Day of Peace is celebrated annually on September 21st, this year a Sunday. Peace Day at ISB will be low key, as befits the theme. Students in all divisions have been busy painting stones and rocks with peaceful words, “peace” in multiple languages, and places in our world in need of peace. These will be placed on both sides of the second floor hallway, to be designated as a “Path of Peace”. The HS students will hold a Peace Day observance in the main library at lunch on the 24th, MS students will have a Peace Day assembly the following week (September 30), and some ES grade levels will practice “walking in peace” along the 2nd floor hallway. We are asking all members of our school community to “wear white” on Wednesday, September 24th as a symbol of ISB’s commitment to peace in our own lives, in our school, in our host country, and in the world. For more information contact Chris Tananone, Global Citizenship Coordinator, at ctananon@isb.ac.th.
Request for Clothing Donations
by Dan Sweeney
danielw@isb.ac.th
Request for Clothing Donations
The HS Cross Culture Club is kindly seeking clothing donations from Wednesday Sept. 10 to Wednesday Sept.17. Please look for boxes labeled “CCC Clothing Drive” in front of school. We will accept any types of clothing, children’s or adult, winter or summer. All donations will go to Huaypong orphanage in Chiang Rai.
It would be great if you could all participate in this event. The orphans in Chiang Rai would appreciate your donations. Thank you for your generosity!
Cross Culture Club
Dan Sweeney, danielw@isb.ac.th, adviser
We’ll remember always…
by Joy Davy
joy.davy@yahoo.com
Graduation Committee Head
…Graduation Day! It’s not too soon to start planning for one of the most important events in our seniors’ lives, the day that they finally receive that all-important document – the High School Diploma!
Whether you currently have a senior or just want to help out, you are warmly invited to the 1st meeting of the Graduation Committee.
Venue: The Wilde Room, HS Library
Time: 10:00 am
Date: 17 September 2014 (Wednesday)
Come and bring a friend, all hands welcome! For more information, please contact Joy Davy at joy.davy@yahoo.com or at this number: 0879336062.
Adult Education – Fall 2014
by Gabriela Alvarez Fourcade
ISB Adult Education Coordinator
isbadulted@gmail.com
Adult Education is right around the corner. The list of available classes is ready and you can take a look by clicking this link: https://inside.isb.ac.th/parentportal/adulteducation/
Please note these dates and mark them in your diary:
– Online Registration begins September 15th
– Registration and payment drop-off box available: Monday – Friday at the ISB
Admissions Office from September 15th, 7am – 3pm
– Registration and Payment Deadline – 3:00pm Monday, September 24th.
For further information or any concern you may have, please contact me at: isbadulted@gmail.com
Thanks very much! With Best Wishes for another great adult education programme at ISB.
Yours sincerely,
Gabriela Alvarez Fourcade
ISB Adult Education Coordinator
isbadulted@gmail.com
eNewsletter Guidelines
by Tony Arnold
anthonya@isb.ac.th
ISB eNewsletters provide a valuable avenue for communication within the ISB parent community. Please see our eNewsletter guidelines below.
Submitting an announcement for publication
ISB accepts announcements from ISB families and ISB staff for potential publication in our eNewsletters. The announcements are generally intended to highlight events that occur at ISB and/or highlight information about ISB.
What to include in the announcement
• A title for your announcement
• An email contact for further information
• An image or photo (optional)
Where to submit your announcement
4publish@isb.ac.th is for announcements of interest to the entire ISB community.
tinaratr@isb.ac.th is for Elementary School (ES) announcements of interest to ES families.
maurilib@isb.ac.th is for Middle School (MS) announcements of interest to MS families.
vijitl@isb.ac.th is for High School (HS) announcements of interest to HS families.
Your announcement will be submitted to the appropriate Principal and/or to our Marketing Director for review. ISB reserves the right to determine which announcements will and will not be published, and to edit announcements that are approved for publication.
Frequency of eNewsletter mailings
The ISB eNewsletter that is for the entire community is sent out on Thursdays. Announcements for potential publication in this newsletter must be received by noon on Thursdays.
The ES, MS, and HS eNewsletters are sent out on Fridays. Announcements for potential publication in these newsletters must be received by noon on Fridays.