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In 2008, Health Careers was recognized as a "2008 Just for Kids Higher Performing Schools in Texas" [9] In 2009, 2010, 2011, and 2012, HCHS was listed as the top High School in San Antonio by Children at Risk. [10] HCHS was also listed as an Honor School by the Texas Business & Education Coalition [11] for 2006.
As of September 8, 2016 there are 6,450 Primary Care HPSAs. The percent of need met is computed by dividing the number of physicians available to serve the population of the area, group, or facility by the number of physicians that would be necessary to eliminate the primary care HPSA (based on a ratio of 3,500 to 1 (3,000 to 1 where high needs are indicated)).
The Journal of Health Visiting, launched in January 2013, is a monthly peer-reviewed journal for health visitors. Researchers interested in the history of health visitors may be interested in consulting the Welcome Trust's London's Pulse collection, which provides a digital archive of London's Medical Officer of Health reports, for the period ...
We found that schools located in areas with the highest air pollution levels had the lowest attendance rates—a potential indicator of poor health—and the highest proportions of students who failed to meet state educational testing standards. Michigan and many other states currently do not require officials considering a site for a new school to
In a study on school-based mental health for Asian American immigrant youth, students suggested engaging students and parents, using peers to share their experiences to reduce stigma, and providing educational videos and materials. [37] AHSYP also provides educational material through its social media outlets and workshops. [38] [39] Revive ...
The school vaccination requirement was put in place after the compulsory school attendance law caused a rapid increase in the number of children in public schools, increasing the risk of smallpox outbreaks. The early movement towards school vaccination laws began at the local level including counties, cities, and boards of education.
Unintentional injuries (high speed car accidents; opioid and drug abuse and traumatic brain injuries) mortality rates, were "approximately 50% higher in rural areas than urban areas", with lack of access to adequately staffed healthcare facilities listed as one among several factors leading to this disparity.
School-based health centers (SBHCs) located in or near schools, provide the nation’s vulnerable children and youth with access to primary care, behavioral health, oral health, and vision care where they spend the majority of their time – at school. Working at the intersection of health and education, SBHCs collaborate with school districts ...