5. Design an Allergy/Asthma Awareness Bulletin Board
Talk to the principal and get permission to design a bulletin board display in a high-traffic area of the school, such as the hallway near the front office. Post pictures of asthma and allergy triggers, pointers on how to eliminate triggers at school and warning signs (symptoms) to be aware of, as well as urging prompt action for any emergencies.
6. Work to Establish Clear Policies on Managing Asthma & Allergy Emergencies in Your School
If such policies already exist, great! But the fact is, many schools have not yet caught up with laws passed in recent years that allow kids to carry their own inhalers and even Epi pens (for allergy emergencies) & use them without supervision. There are "right to carry" laws in most states these days. Find out what your state mandates and then make sure your school officials, school nurse, and teachers are on board. Serious complications such as asthma attacks or anaphylaxis can often be avoided or stopped in their tracks when kids get fast treatment.
7. Advocate to decrease school bus diesel exhaust
Diesel exhaust can be a powerful asthma trigger for sensitive children. Make sure your school staff are aware of the Clean School Bus campaign to reduce unnecessary school bus idling and other advocacy actions.
These are just a few of the ways you can get involved this May to help your child have a healthier school experience and live a life without limits. You'll find more resources to aid your campaign at these websites:
Good luck with your advocacy, and please come back here and let us know of your success stories, either by commenting on this post or by posting your own sharepost of your experiences.
