Back-to-School Health Tips from a Nurse Practitioner | Augusta Georgia News

Back-to-school season means more than new books and backpacks—it’s also germ season. Nurse Practitioner Karen Kitchens from CVS MinuteClinic breaks it down: stay ahead with updated shots, sports physicals, and yearly check-ups. This year, COVID’s acting like the flu, plus pink eye, colds, and strep are on the rise. Keep germs at bay with diligent handwashing (sing “Happy Birthday” to time it right), sanitizer, and covering coughs. If your kid gets sick, keep them home with a fever of 100.4+ or any vomiting/diarrhea—wait until they’re symptom-free for 24 hours without meds before sending them back. Prevention and prep are your best bets for a healthy school year. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/bca7237acf57e73a