Now that the new school year has just begun, it’s the perfect time to prioritize your child’s health care. Your to-do list might be full, but once extracurricular activities and sports kick in, you’ll be glad you scheduled a checkup early. Here’s a closer look at the specific reasons you should make an appointment with a doctor now.

Why a Doctor Visit Can Help Your Kids Kick Off the School Year

1. Yearly Checkup

Once the school year clicks into high gear, your child will be swamped with homework, social events, clubs, sports, and extracurricular activities. This often makes early fall the most convenient time for an annual checkup, especially if your summer was active.

The doctor will assess and discuss your child’s physical and emotional health care and development, giving your family a chance to address any important issues before you have to deal with the stress of the school year on top of it. Furthermore, the doctor will make sure medical records are detailed and up to date. 

2. Sports Physicals

Regardless of whether the school requires them, annual sports physicals will ensure your little one is in good shape for sports and P.E. classes. If you’re concerned about preexisting injuries or conditions, it’s a good time for the doctor to consult you about whether or how your child can participate in strenuous physical activity.

They’ll also offer nutrition, exercise, and general health care advice to help your kid maximize their athletic performance and avoid overexerting themselves. Since some schools require drug screenings for organized sports, the doctor can help with that, too.

3. Vaccines

It’s part of the doctor’s job to know which vaccinations your child needs at different stages of their life. Making sure they see the doctor around the same time every year guarantees that they’ll be on schedule and protected from diseases such as mumps, measles, polio, tetanus, pertussis, chickenpox. The flu vaccine is particularly recommended by doctors annually, and the sooner your child gets it, the more peace of mind the family will have.

To ensure the whole family receives top-notch, personalized health care before the new school year gets too hectic, visit Carolina Doctors Med Care in Sanford, NC. Thanks to their state-of-the-art equipment and partnerships with the highest-quality labs, your child is guaranteed the best attention and service. Schedule an appointment today by calling (919) 774-3680 or learn more about the practice online.