While we are still enjoying the hot summer weather, very soon we will have to start thinking about getting the kids back on the bus and onto the sports field.
It can be a fun, but hectic experience preparing kids for the school year. It is never too early to begin checking off the school supply list or buying new sneakers for the first day, so why do many moms and dads leave the Doctor physical to the very last minute? Did you know that August is Immunization Awareness Month?
It is important to be prepared for your Doctors visit and think about what questions you have for the Doctor. This is a new school year, and an opportunity to make it an even healthier year. The American Academy of Pediatrics said that sometimes the annual physical is the only time children visit the Doctor during the course of the year, so all the more important to be prepared.
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School forms: Bring your child’s school forms for the 2013-2014 calendar school year. The Doctors will need these for the required paperwork for your child.
Immunizations: Are your child’s immunizations up to date? Bring any questions you have regarding immunizations. Vaccines are among the safest and most cost-effective ways to prevent disease. Schools are the leading location for transmitting vaccine-preventable diseases. Young children can further spread disease to their families and others with whom they come in contact. By protecting your child from preventable diseases and following the recommended immunization schedule, you will help keep them healthy and in school. For more information on the immunizations guidelines for Massachusetts visit: http://www.mass.gov/eohhs/docs/dph/cdc/immunization/guidelines-ma-school-requirements.pdf
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Eyewear: If your child wears glasses or lenses, bring them with you
Allergies/Medications: Consult the Doctor on what your child is taking as the dosage and need will change with your growing child
Contact school nurse: if your child has any chronic illness like asmtha, consult your Doctor on best practices working with the school nurse. It is best to share information with the school nurse ahead of the school year.
General Eating Habits: This is a good time to talk to your Doctor about your child’s eating habits and ask any advice they might have on maintaining a balanced diet.
Avoid the Labor Day crunch: Doctors Express Waltham can take care of all of your back-to-school needs and get you back to the beach. With Board certified Doctors available with no appointment 8am-8pm, Doctors Express is the ideal alternative to the crowded waiting rooms. Our Doctors can perform your child’s sports or school physical as well as administer immunizations. We accept most major insurance plans.
Doctors Express Waltham is located at 1030 Main Street in Waltham. The urgent care center provides state-of-the-art treatment for acute illness, trauma and sports injuries (including minor surgical procedures) and has an onsite digital x-ray service. Physicians are on staff at all times.
