Healthcare
Healthcare for schoolchildren is part of general healthcare and a continuation of infant and toddler care. The goal is to improve students' health and well-being. School healthcare staff work closely with parents, school administrators, teachers and others involved in student affairs, focusing on their welfare. All information is treated confidentially. School healthcare services are recorded in the primary healthcare's electronic medical records.
Education and prevention
All grades receive structured health education, emphasizing the promotion of healthy lifestyles. After each session, parents receive an email detailing the education provided. This allows parents to discuss with their children what they learned and how to apply it in daily life.
Screenings
Health screenings for specific issues take place in 1st, 4th, and 7th grades. These include height, weight, and vision tests. Students in other grades are screened as needed. If screening reveals any issues, we always contact the guardian.
Health-promoting discussions on lifestyle and well-being
During screenings in 1st, 4th, and 7th grades, the school nurse discusses well-being and lifestyle habits with students. These conversations aim to strengthen students' awareness of their own health and well-being. They also help identify and address any dysphoria or concerns.
Vaccinations
Vaccinations protect individuals against serious infectious diseases.
7th graders receive the measles, mumps and rubella vaccine (one shot). Girls also get the HPV vaccine to prevent cervical cancer. The HPV vaccine is given twice, 6 months apart.
Parents receive an email with vaccination timing details before the scheduled date. Students must bring their vaccination certificates to school on vaccination day.
Contact the school nurse if:
-
You need more information
-
You believe your child is not fully vaccinated
-
You do not want your child vaccinated
-
Parents are responsible for having their children vaccinated.
Illness and accidents
School staff provide first aid for accidents or injuries during school hours. If a student needs to go to the healthcare center or emergency room, parents must accompany their child. It's crucial that the school has all contact numbers to reach parents during school hours. School health services do not handle accidents that occur outside school hours.
Chronically ill children
The school nurse must be informed about children with disabilities or chronic and/or serious illnesses, such as diabetes, allergies, epilepsy, bleeding disorders, or other serious conditions. School health services care for these children in consultation with parents.
Medication administration – The Director of Health's guidelines for primary schools include specific procedures for giving medication to students during school hours
Head lice
Head lice appear regularly in schools. Parents should comb their children's hair regularly throughout the school year. Inform the school if you find lice in your child's hair. The school nurse can provide guidance on lice treatment.
Contact us
Nurse
Júlía Werner
Email: husaskoli@heilsugaeslan.is
Phone / email