PHYSICIAN OFFICE LAB
Back to School, Work, Life Getting back to a semblance of normalcy could mean an uptick in physicals, vaccinations, and more for your physician office customers. As we attempt to move past the COVID-19
By Jim Poggi
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September 2021
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pandemic, there is no question everyone wants to find a “new normal” that feels more comfortable than sitting at home, avoiding social contact with friends and family, and giving up meals and entertainment out of the home. A lot of sacrifices were made, not the least of which has been our health. Hanging around home does not mean gym visits, long runs outdoors or training with friends. It has more likely included binge watching the COVID-19 news, a series of Zoom meetings and maybe even a little more consumption of adult beverages than usual. While there is no general consensus of what the new normal will look like, there is no doubt that taking better care of our health is www.repertoiremag.com
a priority. Most physician practices shut down or dramatically reduced patient visits during the pandemic, and most of us put off going to the doctor for any reason but the most serious health concerns. For these reasons, getting back to “normal” means getting back to health.
School physicals Whether your school district is resuming physical return to school fully, has adopted vaccine and mask guidelines, or is allowing parents to make virtual vs. physical school attendance decisions, annual school physical season is upon us again. Most children will need to return to school with a record of vaccination provided
