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Important Information abour Seasonal  /  H1N1 FluTop of Page

The Sutter County Health Department recently met with Superintendents to share the latest information regarding seasonal and H1N1 flu.  According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) the Seasonal flu and H1N1 influenza (the flu) is a contagious respiratory illness caused by influenza viruses.  Every year in the United States, on average 5% to 20% of the population gets the flu. The health department is recommending that Superintendents start early campaigns to educate parents about the current flu season. Click here to view letter

Additional Information:

Seasonal and Novel H1N1 Flu: A Guide for Parents

The Flu: A Guide for Parents

Helpful Links:

www.cdc.gov.h1n1flu/parents

www.cdc.gov/flu/parents/flu

www.cdc.gov/flu/protect/habits

Sutter County Health Department (530) 822-7215

ImmunizationsTop of Page

To register a child for school,  parents must present the child's written immunization record from a physician, nurse, or health department. Prior to school entry, children must be immunized for:
  • Polio
  • Diphtheria, Tetanus and Pertussis
  • Measles, Mumps and Rubella (MMR)
  • Hepatitis B
  • Varicella
A waiver of the immunization requirement may be obtained for religious or health reasons.

For more information, please see California Immunization Requirements for Grades K-12.

Oral Health AssessmentTop of Page

California law, Education Code Section 49452.8, now requires that your child have an oral health assessment by May 31st in Kindergarten or first grade, whichever is his or her first year of public school. The law specifies that the assessment must be preformed by a licensed dentist or other licensed or registered dental health professional. Oral health assessments that have happened within the 12 months before your child enters school also meet this requirement. Please contact the school office at (916)655-3235 for the assessment form or download by choosing the link provided.

Oral Assessment Form

Health Examination for School EntryTop of Page

The California Department of Education requires that your child receive a health examination for entry into the first grade. This examination must be preformed by a licensed physician or you may contact the Sutter County Health Department to schedule an appointment. Please follow the link below to download the form in English and Spanish.

Report of Health Examination

Medications at SchoolTop of Page

In order for medications to be administered at school, all medications need to be accompanied by an Authorization for Medication to be Given at School form signed by a physician and the parent. If your child must take medication during school hours, an adult must bring it to the office in the original container.

Head LiceTop of Page

Having head lice is very common. Preschool and elementary children, aged 3-10, and their families are infested most often by head lice. For facts, photos, and information on prevention and treatment, please visit the following sites:

Health Information PrivacyTop of Page

Federal privacy standards to protect patients' medical records and other health information took effect in 2004 under the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).

To maintain the privacy of your health information, it is the policy of Pleasant Grove Join Union School District to receive written authorization from a patient prior to releasing or utilizing healthcare information.

Click here to view the HIPAA Authorization form on the Forms page.
 
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