“Over the past century, the role of the school nurse has expanded to include critical components such as surveillance, chronic disease management, emergency preparedness...extensive care management, and much more” (AAP Policy Statement 2016, Role of the School Nurse in Providing School Health Services). Despite this ever changing role, the focus has remained consistent: keeping students [...]
ANN ARBOR, MICHIGAN, January 15, 2019 - CampDoc, the leading electronic health record system for camps, and Oliver’s Labels, a leading provider of durable personalized labels and tags for kids, have partnered to help camps and families make sure that campers return from camp with not only new friends and great memories, but all of [...]
By Rori Quinonez So you want to peek behind the curtain? Catch a glimpse at the magic that runs DocNetwork? You’re in luck! I’ve been given the chance to fill you in on what my first few months at the company have been like—and let me tell you—I’m not holding anything back! First Impressions Before [...]
On your mark, get set, GO! It is easy for children and teens to be active when participating in organized camps and school-based programs. The challenge arises when those activities conclude or kids go on a holiday break. Additionally, as winter weather sets in, easy opportunities for physical activity dwindle. That said, with some [...]
Tis the season for festivities, fun, and food...lots and lots of food. The holiday season, for many people, ushers in a sense of joy and excitement. However, for parents, teachers, school nurses, and camp directors who are responsible for children with food allergies, fear and anxiety may prevail. According to FARE (Food Allergy Research and [...]
ANN ARBOR, MICHIGAN, November 27, 2018 — The DocNetwork team, creators of CampDoc.com and SchoolDoc.com, are excited to announce a new partnership with Ann Arbor’s Parks and Recreation Adopt-A-Park program. Starting in Spring 2019, DocNetwork team members will volunteer their time at Buhr Park as a benefit to local families and children. Volunteering has [...]
Most people know someone with diabetes. According to the American Diabetes Association, in 2015, 30.3 million Americans, or 9.4% of the population had diabetes. In children specifically, about 193,000 Americans under the age of 20 are estimated to have diabetes. Diabetes is a serious illness that affects people of all ages and ethnicities, including those [...]
Ghouls, ghosts and goblins, oh my! Halloween is a festive, fun celebration millions of families participate in every year. However, Halloween can be a tricky time for families managing food allergies, leaving children feeling excluded from family and school celebrations. Many traditional Halloween treats aren’t safe for children with life-threatening food allergies. According to FARE [...]
The NRPA aims to lead the nation to improved health and wellness through parks and recreation. Their Health and Wellness pillar reminds us how important it is to motivate communities towards a healthy lifestyle. Restaurants can provide healthy foods options, the chamber of commerce can offer exercise incentives, but how can local parks and recreation [...]
Cue the Willie Nelson, the CampDoc.com and SchoolDoc.com teams are heading out to a conference near you! We had a great summer here in Ann Arbor, working on exciting new projects, team-building, and partnering with all of our camp and schools. We enjoy connecting with you via email and phone, but look forward to getting [...]