Health Room

Mrs. Kathy Chamberlin, RN, BSN

I am Kathleen Chamberlin RN.  I am starting my 22nd year job sharing the school nurse position.  I have been a registered nurse for 41 years.  I received my Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree from Indiana University.  I am proud to be a member of the OLP School staff.

Mrs. Chrissie Zimmer, RN, BSN

My name is Chrissie Zimmer, RN.  I am beginning my 2nd year job sharing the school nurse position.  I have been a Registered Nurse for 9 years and received my Bachelor of Science Nursing degree from Research College of Nursing/Rockhurst University.  I have two children who attend OLP and will be in the 7th and 5th grades.  In my spare time I enjoy traveling, golfing, watching my kids play sports, and spending time with my husband of 15 years.  I am excited to be back as a member of the OLP staff! 

December Note
Chapped lips can become a problem this time of year and the weather is often to blame.  Chapping is usually caused by low humidity, both outside and in; windy conditions; extreme cold; and dehydration.
The outer layer of lips can lose moisture and flake off.  Sometimes lips crack and bleed.  The corners of the mouth may crack.
To prevent and/or heal chapped lips, try these tips:                                                                                                      -Apply petroleum jelly to lips to retain moisture.                                                                                                            -Use a lip balm with a sunscreen.                                                                                                                                        -Avoid licking lips.                                                                                                                                                                   -Drink plenty of water.  This remains important in the fall and winter months.                                                     There are other factors that may cause chapped lips.  These include certain medications, infections, and   allergies.  Cosmetics, toothpaste, foods, and reed musical instruments, such as the clarinet, could cause     lips to become red,swollen, or scaly.  You may want to see your doctor if you think something other         than dryness is causing chapped lips.