Untreated, ear infections can lead to more serious complications, including mastoiditis (a rare inflammation of a bone adjacent to the ear), hearing loss, perforation of the eardrum, meningitis, facial nerve paralysis, and possibly -- in adults -- Meniere's disease.
DHEC publishes the School and Childcare Exclusion List each year. The Exclusion List explains how long an ill child, student, school employee, or childcare employee should stay out of school or childcare, and what is needed before the child/student or employee is permitted to return.
All we do know, for sure, is that mom isnât there to make sure everything is alright. While we canât be there in person to be sure are children are safe and well cared for, we can empower our children to be conscious of their safety and to express themselves in a way so that their needs are met. As you start off the school year, incorporate these 10 safety tips into your Back to School Regime. 1  Be sure your child knows his and your contact information. 2  Avoid labeling your childâs clothing, backpack or jackets with his name where it is visible. 3  Ask your child open ended questions. 4  Be familiar with how your childâs school handles emergencies.