News
News
05Mar
Measles
MEASLES The latest resurgence of Measles in Texas has brought this dangerous disease back to the forefront of our attention. In 2000, the CDC declared Measles “eliminated” from the United States. While the disease was not eradicated worldwide, the high compliance rate nationally with the MMR (Measles-Mumps-Rubella) vaccine had provided a protective shield to […]
04Feb
Hello Neffy!
There’s good news on the horizon for patients who suffer from life-threatening allergies. The FDA has approved the first-ever nasal spray equivalent of an Epipen. This intra-nasal epinephrine, called “Neffy“, has several advantages over traditional interventions for allergen exposure. It’s small, easy to use, and perhaps most importantly, is not a needle-based delivery mechanism. Interestingly, […]
29Jan
Mariah Kupiec in the Spotlight
Celebrating Excellence: Medical Assistant Mariah Kupiec in the Spotlight
14Nov
Jon Peterson & Autism Scholarships
Empower Student Success with the Jon Peterson and Autism Scholarships At PSI, we are dedicated to helping both schools and families access the educational support that students deserve. The Jon Peterson Special Needs Scholarship and Autism Scholarship are two of Ohio’s primary programs designed to provide financial assistance for special education services, allowing students with […]
23Oct
Advancing Ohio’s English Learners
Advancing Ohio’s English Learners: Key Resources and Support Ohio is committed to ensuring the success of English Learners (ELs) through a comprehensive system of support. The Advancing Ohio’s English Learners (AOEL) initiative offers various resources for educators, administrators, and families to enhance learning outcomes and provide effective language development. Key Resources: 1. Family Roadmap: […]
04Sep
Suicide Prevention Awareness
September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month Suicide is the second leading cause of death for high-school aged youth, after accidents. The CDC reports that nearly 50,000 people died by suicide in 2022; That’s one death by suicide every 11 minutes. While it’s fair to say that teen suicide is a current health crisis, fortunately it […]
27Aug
New COVID Vaccines
New COVID Vaccines (Fall 2024) The FDA (Food and Drug Administration) recently approved an updated COVID vaccine for administration this fall and the CDC (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention) is recommending it for everyone six months of age and older. The new Moderna, Pfizer, and Novovax formulations include the JN.1 lineage with a concentration […]
27Aug
Cell Phones in Schools
The debate over whether or not students should be allowed to use their cell phones throughout the school day is intense. School administrators, psychologists, and teachers argue that phones are a distraction, and their constant use is contributing to this generations academic and mental health decline. But with the rising incidence of deadly school shootings […]
05Feb
CMS Announces $50 Million in Grants to Deliver Critical School-Based Health Services to Children
Grants will help up to 20 states implement or expand school-based health services for children enrolled in Medicaid and CHIP On January 24, 2024 the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), through the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), announced $50 million in grants for states to connect millions more children to […]
05Feb
How virtual nursing can help solve many workforce shortage woes
One of the nurse executives who helped create the world’s first virtual hospital offers a deep dive into the benefits of a hybrid approach to nursing that employs telehealth. Hospitals across the nation are facing workforce challenges, and a nurse staffing shortage poses one of the biggest threats to care delivery. More than 100,000 nurses exited the U.S. […]
Recent Comments