PARSIPPANY HILLS HEALTH OFFICE
Important School Policy:
SPORTS PACKAGE
| Sports Physical Procedure: |
| According to New Jersey State Mandates, each candidate who wishes to participate in athletics, school athletic squad or a team MUST be examined by their primary health care provider within 365 days PRIOR to the first tryout session. |
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| All forms can be mailed or dropped off to PHHS during the summer. |
If your student requires any medication in school,download the appropriate district policy form and return to the nursewhen completed.
A NOTE ABOUT STUDENT HEALTH INSURANCE ...
New Jersey provides universal health insurance to children and affordable options for parents and guardians..." (Davy, 9/08) If you would like more information you may go to http://www.njfamilycare.org or call 1-800-701-0710.
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Head Lice: Information for Parents
Head lice (pediculosis) infestation is common in theUnited States among children 3 – 12 years of age. Head lice are not ahealth hazard and are not responsible for the spread of any disease.The most common symptom of lice infestation is itching. If you noticeyour child scratching his or her head often, especially behind the earsor at the nape of the neck, check for lice. Also, do frequent checkswhen you know of a lice outbreak in your child’s school.
Please see the instructions for treatment of head lice . You may also refer to the Classroom Lice Notifications that are sent home with your child for treatment instructions during a lice outbreak in school.
Please visit the following websites for additional information regarding treatment of head lice infestation.
www.cdc.gov/parasites/lice/head/parents.html
www.headlice.org
NJ Department of Health Bed Bug Resources: