Health and Nutrition

This letter (PDF, 5 pages) provides information on the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) and the Able-Bodied Adults without Dependents (ABAWD) time-limit work requirement. The newly established ABAWD exceptions exempt youth who are experiencing homelessness and young adults who are exiting foster care from the three-month time-limit. Learn more (PDF, ...

This toolkit offers resources to assist school nurses and other school leaders in evaluating and responding to the drug overdose crisis through the implementation of a naloxone program in schools. The toolkit is organized in the following sections:  Creating a Naloxone Program in Your School  Campus Protocols for Emergency Naloxone Administration  Communication Resources  Learn ...

This toolkit features social media messages for partner organizations to encourage flu vaccination among young people and families. Learn more. 

This toolkit provides tools to prepare healthcare providers for flu season. Materials include:  Fact sheets on talking to young patients and parents about the flu vaccine  Slide deck to help healthcare providers prepare their practice for flu season   Handouts and FAQs for patients  Appointment reminder email template  Pharmacist guide and talking points for fighting the ...

These infographics showcase research findings of interest to ABCD Study® participants, their families, educators, scientists, and other stakeholders. Learn more.

The Comprehensive Systems Integration for Adolescent and Young Adult Health (CSI-AYAH) program will help states, territories, and Tribal groups to create systems of care for young people ages 10—25. The program seeks to:  Improve coordination between leaders of health, school, and community systems  Provide technical assistance and support capacity-building for state, territory, ...

This webpage provides guidance to help reduce the spread of seasonal influenza (flu) among students and staff in K-12 schools. Learn more. 

This webpage shares tips for how schools can support students with epilepsy. The webpage provides information about seizure action plans and educators’ roles in helping students manage their epilepsy. Additional resources for professionals, students, and families are provided. Learn more. 

This webpage shares tips for how schools can support students with diabetes. The webpage provides tips for helping students manage their diabetes and encouraging age-appropriate self-management. Learn more. 

This guide (PDF, 22 pages) provides resources to assess and address social influences of health and education (SIHE) affecting students, their families, and communities. The resource provides tools and practical strategies for identifying root causes of identified or emerging problems and shares effective interventions to reduce social and environmental barriers ...