Is a School Physical Really Necessary?
The start of a new school year is a hectic time for most parents. New clothes, backpacks, textbooks, pencils, stationery – the shopping list often seems never-ending. But there is one annual routine that you cannot afford to ignore – the school physical. In this post, we will discuss some of the essential things you need to know about school physicals. Are school physicals necessary? Can you skip them? Why do they matter? What should you expect during a school physical? How do you prepare your child for a school physical? Are school physicals free/covered by insurance? These are just a few of the questions we will answer through this short, but information-packed guide. So, let’s get started with the basics. What Is a School Physical? A school physical exam is an annual medical check-up for your child. They are also called wellness checkups, well-child visits, and athletic or sports physicals. In most schools, these annual visits ...