Dear Families of Miss Nancy's class:
There has been a child in class who was diagnosed and treated for scabies. This letter is to notify you of the symptoms to be aware of. Scabies is a skin condition caused by mites that causes intense itching and a pimple-like rash. See the attached information sheet from the CDC regarding scabies.
Symptoms can sometimes take several weeks to appear. Please monitor for any symptoms and contact your child's pediatrician if your child develops a rash or itching. Since our preschool coats overlap on hooks, we suggest washing your child's outdoor gear and running it through the dryer. In the classroom, we will continue to encourage hand washing as well as routine cleaning of surfaces and items.
Symptoms can sometimes take several weeks to appear. Please monitor for any symptoms and contact your child's pediatrician if your child develops a rash or itching. Since our preschool coats overlap on hooks, we suggest washing your child's outdoor gear and running it through the dryer. In the classroom, we will continue to encourage hand washing as well as routine cleaning of surfaces and items.
Please contact me if you have further questions.
Josie Lang, RN
MBS School Nurse
(802) 264-5904
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