School districts test telehealth program to help combat chronic absenteeism

Dave and Dujanovic

School districts test telehealth program to help combat chronic absenteeism

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Published on Jan 14, 2025, 1:47:10 PM
Total time: 00:18:58

Episode Description
Utah is facing an absenteeism crisis. Districts in the state have moved toward bringing telehealth into schools so students can see a doctor quicker rather than leaving and missing school. The Canyon's School District is one district pilot testing this telehealth program. Dave and Greg speak with Kirsten Stewart, Spokesperson with Canyons School District speaks to the overall issue of chronic absenteeism.  Jen Gerrard, Nurse Specialist with Canyons Schools District shares details on the telehealth pilot program.
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