Governor Deal signed into law State Bill 126 (SB126) which authorizes schools to stock levalbuterol/albuterol and provides immunity for trained staff to administer the lifesaving medication to a student believed in good faith be experiencing respiratory distress, regardless of whether the student has a prescription for albuterol/levalbuterol. This authorization and protections under the law will enhance the ability of school nurses and properly trained personnel to implement comprehensive protocols for responding to asthma emergencies while protecting all students experiencing respiratory distress in school settings. Announcement of the new law was covered by local CBS news affiliate featuring Jon Ramsey and Dr. Traci Bridges who authored the bill.
To view news clip click here: http://www.cbs46.com/story/28995737/statewide-medication-bill-crafted-by-south-georgians
Bill: http://www.legis.ga.gov/Legislation/en-US/display/20152016/SB/126
More info:
Francesca Lopez, MSPH, AE-C, Program Manager
Georgia Asthma Control Program
Adolescent and School Health
Chronic Disease Prevention Section
Georgia Department of Public Health
2 Peachtree Street, NW
16th floor
Atlanta, Georgia 30303
Phone: 404-651-7324
Fax: 770-357-9696
Mobile: 404-719-1448
Email: francesca.lopez@dph.ga.gov