Message From The Center and Dr. Marino, NYSCSH Medical Director Consultant
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Recommendations, guidelines and the knowledge-base itself regarding COVID-19 is changing rapidly. Information shared by agencies and experts can be contradictory and often does not provide detailed guidance for all aspects of school operations. As School Medical Directors, our ability to remain flexible will be critical in the coming months as we continue to provide consultation and leadership to our school communities. Please let us know how we can support you. Email us at nyscsh@monroe2boces.org or use the Online Assistance Form.
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Like and follow the NYSCSH FB page for additional resources. Join the School Medical Directors FB Group to connect with your colleagues and share your ideas and challenges.Sports Season Reminders from the NYS Public High School Athletic Association
March 1st
Low/ Moderate risk Fall Season II sports official start date is Monday, March 1st. Sections have the authority to determine a later start date. High-risk sports are not permitted until authorization is received from state officials.
April 19th
Low/ Moderate risk spring sports official start date will be Monday, April 19th. Sections have the authority to determine a later start date. High-risk sports are not permitted until authorization is received from state officials.
News You Can Use
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1/5/21 | AAP Continues To Advocate Measures To Allow Students To Return Safely To School
The AAP has updated its interim guidance on measures schools can take during the COVID-19 pandemic to conduct classes safely in person, which is critical to students’ well-being.
The school guidance, which is available at https://bit.ly/2BMPtW5, is one of two guidance documents that were updated today. The other addresses emotional and behavioral health during the pandemic.
The school guidance details the important role schools play in children’s educational, social, physical and emotional development as well as being a source of special services and nutrition. Without access to the support systems schools provide, disparities among students who are Black, Hispanic, American Indian/Alaska Native and living in poverty will continue to widen, according to the AAP.The guidance presents new research findings that schools have not been a significant driver of SARS-CoV-2 transmission in their communities when they take safety precautions. Transmission has been especially low among younger children.
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12/20/20 | Sample NYSCSH Non-Patient Specific Order and Consent for Testing Forms
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12/17/20 | COVID -19 Athletic Sample Protocol Resources
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12/15/20 | Updated Interval Health History With COVID-19 Questions Now Available
Interval Health History Forms-This form may be modified by local school districts. If modified, it should be reviewed and approved by the School Medical Director and Administration prior to use.
- Sample Recommended NYSED Interval Health History for Athletics- Completed by parent/guardian no earlier than 30 days prior to the start of the sport. This form now includes questions related to COVID-19 (Updated, 12/2020) Fillable PDF
- Sample Recommended NYSED Interval Health History for Athletics- Completed by parent/guardian no earlier than 30 days prior to the start of the sport. This form now includes questions related to COVID-19 (Updated 12/2020) Word Doc
- Note: The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) has released updated guidance on sports participation for students which includes the use of face coverings and recommendations for return following COVID-19. School medical directors may request additional information from the parent/guardian or request consent from the parent/guardian to speak with the private health care provider in order to provide clearance to participate or determine if accommodations are needed. Schools may request additional information they may not require that students see specific types of providers or specific tests. That is determined by the private health care provider. (12/4/20)
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11/04/20 | COVID Testing in Schools Information for Medical Directors (includes CLIA Waivers)
Any questions can be directed to the NYSODH Clinical Laboratory Evaluation Program (518) 485-5378 or clep@health.ny.gov
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10/26/20 | Coronavirus Disease 2019 and the Athletic HeartEmerging Perspectives on Pathology, Risks, and Return to Play (JAMA Network)
Special Communication October 26, 2020Coronavirus Disease 2019 and the Athletic HeartEmerging Perspectives on Pathology, Risks, and Return to Play
Jonathan H. Kim, MD, MSc1; Benjamin D. Levine, MD2,3; Dermot Phelan, MD, PhD4; et alMichael S. Emery, MD, MS5; Mathew W. Martinez, MD6; Eugene H. Chung, MD, MSc7; Paul D. Thompson, MD8; Aaron L. Baggish, MD9Author Affiliations Article Information JAMA Cardiol. Published online October 26, 2020.
Professional Organization Resources
NYSCSH Resources
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Provides answers to questions being sent to the Center and NYSED. This page is updated continuously as new information is provided.
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NYSCSH Hand Sanitizer Resources- Use of Hand Sanitizer in the School Setting
Sample school protocol which includes: product selection, handling, storage, procedures for use, parent, student, and staff education and sample notification form. This resource should be reviewed by your district medical director and school administrator. (3/4/20)
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NYSDOH Health Care Provider Page
This page contains resources for NYS healthcare providers. It includes recorded webinars of the weekly provider updates and other resources.
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ThinkCheckCorrect | Finding, Evaluating and Using Credible Health Information
Your knowledge and expertise make you a key health resource for your school staff, students and families. Take the pledge to #ThinkCheckCorrect and commit to making sure that any information you share is correct, credible and current before sharing it with others and teach others to do the same.
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Please call your local health department for specific guidance regarding the management of students or staff who exhibit symptoms or are diagnosed with 2019 Novel Coronavirus (2019-nCoV).
- Directory of local NYS Department of Health
- NYSDOH 2019 Novel Coronavirus Hotline 1-888-364-3065