As summer winds down and students gear up for the next school year, Mon Health’s Primary Care providers share information to ensure students are healthy and back-to-school ready.
Well-child visits are a practical way to ensure that your student is at their healthiest before school starts. Key components of the well-child visit include administering necessary immunizations, performing a physical examination to assess overall health, performing a behavioral and developmental assessment and to address any chronic health concerns.
In addition to back-to-school season, August is National Immunization Awareness Month, which is celebrated to raise the awareness about why vaccines are important for people of all ages and how they can help prevent serious diseases and illnesses. Primary care providers will discuss available vaccinations for each child at their visit and ensure that your student is all set to start their school year.
“Summer is a time for kids to relax and have fun, but it’s also an opportunity to prepare for the upcoming school year. Help your child prepare for each school year’s challenges and include wellness exams in that preparation,” said Dr. Melinda Cooper, Mon Health Primary Care provider. “Each school year brings new social and developmental changes and growth, but also potential exposure to preventable illnesses. The wellness exams give us an opportunity to ensure your child is growing and developing, as well as discuss vaccinations when needed. Let’s be proactive and give our loved ones the best start to the new school year.”
