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What Is Included in a Sports Physical?

Sports physicals take a detailed look at each child’s overall health, as well as assess height and weight and make sure they are up to date on vaccinations. Sports physicals may involve additional evaluations. The primary care physician will examine the child’s joints and flexibility, and will discuss any past injuries or concerns, such as asthma, sprains, fractures, concussions, and previous surgeries or medications. In addition to this, they will also check the child’s heart health and assess their family history for any risks. The intention of a sports physical is to ensure that every child can safely participate in athletic activities.

What Are the Causes of the Common Cold?

Many different types of viruses can cause the common cold. However, rhinovirus is the most common cause. A cold virus will enter the body through your eyes, nose, or mouth. The virus will then spread through droplets in the air when someone infected becomes sick and either talk sneezes, or coughs near others. It can also be spread by hand-to-hand contact from someone who is infected with the virus by sharing contaminated objects. This includes towels, eating utensils, telephones, and toys. If you touch these highly contaminated objects and then touch your nose, mouth, or eyes, you are more likely to catch a cold.