School Health refers to a comprehensive approach to promoting the physical, emotional, and social well-being of students within the educational environment. It encompasses various services and programs designed to support students’ health, including nutrition education, physical activity, mental health resources, and preventive health services like vaccinations and screenings. The goal of School Health initiatives is to create a safe and healthy school environment that enhances learning, reduces absenteeism, and fosters overall development. This approach often involves collaboration between school staff, healthcare providers, families, and the community to address and improve students’ health needs and outcomes.
**The Rise of Continuous Glucose Monitors and the Problem in Schools** For many children with Type 1 diabetes, frequent blood sugar checks used to be a daily struggle at school.…