Important information about H1N1

As you are most likely aware, there are concerns surrounding the current situation with H1N1. We would like to assure you that the Journeyman organization is taking these concerns, as well as the information provided to us by the NH Department of Health and Human Services and the CDC seriously. The following is based on this information.

If your child has a fever of 100 degrees or higher accompanied by any the following symptoms: cough, runny nose, sore throat, muscle and body aches, and/or nausea and vomiting you MUST keep your child from participating in Journeyman events at least until he has had NO fever for 24 hours with NO fever medication (tylenol, advil, aleve, etc.) This is very important not only to allow for the necessary recuperation for your child, but also for the health and well being of the other players, coaches, their families and the community.

Please understand that this is a "team effort" to assure the health of the entire Journeyman organization and it is VERY important that your child stay home and recuperate.

Journeyman will be waiving its attendance rules in regards to the All-Star selection process during the period of heightened awareness regarding H1N1. However, this does not provide leniency in regards to solid communication. Players must communicate with their team captain in accordance with the JPA contract. This supports character and prepares them for future employment.

Journeyman has all necessary resources to support questions you may have regarding H1N1. Please forward them to journeymanjp@comcast.net and they will be directed to the proper resource.

For more information use the following link: http://www.baltimoresun.com/health/sns-health-os-swine-flu,0,3729964.story?page=1

Thank you for your understanding.

Journeyman Board of Directors

We would like to remind all parents, players and coaching staff to take under advisement the following concerns regarding safety.

1. No one is allowed to climb the bleachers at CMS! This is of great concern to the staff. We want to continue to provide a safe environment and ask that all understand the risks involved in being careless around the bleachers.

2. Only Staff is allowed in the First-Aid Kit! This is a rising concern as it is hard to keep accurate inventory when athletes and parents go through the kit. If you need something, we will be happy to provide it if you simply ask.

3. We advise all athletes to bring a spare t-shirt simply as a precaution so that blood stained clothing may be removed and dispositioned appropriately.

4. We ask that all Journeyman remain hydrated by keeping an adequate supply of water on hand. Please be responsible and learn to prepare yourself. Donations of water (cases) are greatly appreciated. (contact JP for drop off locations)

5. Journeyman recommends the use of mouth guards although it is not a requirement. The board of directors will be conducting some research in this area this session. If you have an opinion in this regard, please send an e-mail to < a href="mailto:journeymanjp@comcast.net">journeymanjp@comcast.net

Review this link: http://www.youth-basketball-tips.com/mouth-guard.html