Community Notices

 ‘The Flash Bang Science Club are offering After school Children’s Science classes for students aged 6-12 years on a Wednesday’s (Course C) or Thursday’s (Course A) (4pm – 5.30pm) commencing from 22nd February onwards in Pukekohe.  For more information or to book please email: admin@flashbangscienceclub.co.nz or check out our website: www.flashbangscienceclub.co.nz’
We are grateful for your continued support.  Any questions please feel free to ask.
Best Regards

Anna Molineux

The Flash Bang Science Club
Mob. 0297 712 923
www.facebook.com/The-Flash-Bang-Science-Club   |   www.flashbangscienceclub.co.nz

 
Weymouth and Manurewa 
Playcenter Open Week
6-10 March 2023
 Returning to School With Asthma
As children return to school after a break, it is important to ensure that they are able to manage their asthma effectively.
History has shown us that there is a spike in hospital admissions at the start of the school year when children are re-introduced to a different environment. As a result it's important to be are aware of this and work together with parents to ensure children's safety.
Asthma can have a significant impact on a child's ability to attend and participate in school. Symptoms such as coughing, wheezing, shortness of breath, and chest tightness can make it difficult for a child to focus and stay active in the classroom. Asthma can also cause fatigue, which can make it difficult for a child to keep up with their schoolwork.When asthma attacks are severe, a child may be forced to skip school because they need to stay home until their symptoms subside.
Parents, teachers, and school administrators working together can make sure that children with asthma get the help they need to control their symptoms and do well in school.Here are some key points to consider when helping children with asthma return to school:
Follow the asthma action plan: Review the child's written asthma action plan with them and make sure they understand what to do in case of an asthma attack. It is also important to ensure their inhaler and spacer are kept at school or in their school bag to ensure that the child's inhaler and spacer is easily accessible during school time and that they know how to use it properly.
Preventative measures: Children with asthma may be prescribed preventive medications such as inhaled corticosteroids to help control inflammation in the airways and reduce the frequency of asthma attacks. It is important to ensure that their child takes these medications as prescribed, even when they are feeling well, to help prevent asthma symptoms from occurring at school.
Parents should make sure that their child's teacher and school nurse are aware of their child's condition. This will help ensure that the child's needs are met and that the school is prepared to handle any potential asthma emergencies.
Communication between the parents, the child's teacher and school nurse about their child's asthma and any changes in their condition is so important. This will help ensure that the child's needs are met and that everything is as prepared as possible to handle any potential asthma emergencies.
Asthma New Zealand nurse educators provide FREE education, training and support to individuals with asthma/COPD and their families, in order that they may achieve their desired goals.
If you'd like to know more, or find out how Asthma New Zealand can help you to support your students with Asthma, then please email us at:
anz@asthma.org.nzor call us on 0800 227 328
one of Nurse Educators will be in touch.www.asthma.org.nz
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