Get a Sports Physical for School

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The beginning of the school year means new opportunities. If your child is starting a sport for the first time, changing sports, or deciding to try a new physical activity outside of class, then it’s time for them to have a sports physical so a medical professional can make sure they are healthy enough to play their new sport or activity safely.

What is a sports physical?

  • Screening for safe and healthy participation in sports and activities.
  • Checking that your child’s body is ready for the physical demands of the activity.

Does my child need a sports physical?

  • Yes. In Arizona it is state law that a student gets a sports physical if they are playing a team or club sport at school.
  • And where it isn’t required, it is highly recommended because almost all kids are active in some way! This exam looks at the physical and mental demands of their sport or activity and can address any concerns related to their health.
  • To make life easier and to have less appointments, the American Academy of Pediatrics recommends scheduling a sports physical with your child’s next routine well-child visit.

What happens during the appointment?

  • Bring your child’s completed Pre-Participation Physical Evaluation form with you. Write down any important medical information like past surgeries, injuries, or illnesses, and any family history of heart disease should be reviewed. Write down any questions you may have to discuss with the doctor.
  • At the appointment, the doctor will check your child’s:
    • Vitals: height, weight, pulse, and blood pressure
    • Eyes: if your child may need corrective lenses or a new prescription
    • Medical history
    • Fitness: heart, lungs, abdomen, joints, flexibility, strength, and reflexes             
  • This is also a good time to talk with your child’s doctor about any concerns for your child’s new or ongoing activity or sport, such as:
    • Concussions
    • Special needs or disabilities       
  • Your NOAH provider may also request lab work for your child or refer them to a specialist for further evaluation. If needed, your NOAH Care Team will help set up the next steps for this, and most children are able to play after this extra clearance.

Safe and healthy participation in sports and physical activities is the goal, so get your child’s physical scheduled with your NOAH provider and enjoy watching them play and have fun.

NOAHfest Carnival and Health Fair

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New Cholla Health Center Ribbon Cutting

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NOAH welcomed community members and partners to the new Cholla Health Center November 17 for a ribbon cutting event. Attendees were able to learn more about Cholla’s history, the patients, and the NOAH team.

NOAH CEO Wendy Armendariz kicked off the ceremony by introducing the Cholla Health Center, along with Wendy Lyons presenting the history of NOAH. Immediately following was David D. Ortega, Mayor of Scottsdale, and Thomas Galvin on behalf of the Maricopa County Board of Supervisors. Board of Directors, Kavita Bernstein closed out the ceremony by showing recognition to NOAH community partners and staff.

Honor World Mental Health Day

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By Cody Randel

World Mental Health Day is October 10th, to both raise awareness and to mobilize support for this important issue. This year, however, the World Health Organization (WHO) will host its advocacy event online due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

The Big Event for Mental Health brings together world leaders, celebrities, and advocates from all over the world. The focus will be on the serious need for widespread resources, a problem worsened by the pandemic. The event is free and will be broadcast on WHO’s Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, YouTube, and TikTok channels from 7 – 9:30 a.m.  

Big Event Highlights 

  • How can we better invest in mental health? A look at individual, national, and global levels and the actions needed to scale up resources. 
  • The event will include several short films that focus on the work of WHO and their partners’ initiatives around the globe. 
  • WHO’s event will ultimately highlight a variety of ways to improve mental health, spread more awareness, and share the benefits of investment that go beyond public health. 

Mental Illness Facts

  • Approximately 1 billion people worldwide live with a mental disorder 
  • 3 million people die every year from harmful alcohol use worldwide 
  • 1 person dies every 40 seconds from suicide across the world 
  • COVID-19 has impacted billions of people’s lives worldwide, and subsequently affected people’s mental health

One of greatest obstacles we all face is the social and internalized stigma associated with seeking help for these health issues. Programs like World Mental Health Day are important to not only bringing awareness to these issues, but also continuing to make it a mainstream topic which helps people around the world. Get involved in changing negative views about mental health issues by organizing events to raise awareness, or by simply listening to an individual who is suffering. We all have the power to change a life with even the smallest gestures. 

If you want to speak with someone about any challenges or concerns you are living with, request an appointment today.

National MA Week 2019

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This week our NOAH Care Team celebrated all that our medical assistants do for our patients and their families. Check out these cool pics of our MA’s smiling with their team members and help us wish all #MedicalAssistants a happy #MARWeek! For an appt., call 480-882-4545.

Back-To-School Health Checks – Desert Mission Health Center

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Our NOAH Desert Mission Health Center Back-to-School event was a success! A special thanks to our partners – Delta Dental of Arizona, BHHS Legacy Foundation, Credit Union West and Mercy Care for their support of our programs and services. Does your child need a well-child check, #sportsphysical, and/or #immunizations? Call to schedule at 480-882-4545. #NHCW2019 #ValueCHCs #Pediatrics #LoveMyAZCHC

Back-To-School Health Checks – Venado Valley Health Center

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Our NOAH Venado Valley Health Center Back-to-School event was a success! A special thanks to our partners – Delta Dental of Arizona, BHHS Legacy Foundation, Credit Union West and Mercy Care for their support of our programs and services. Does your child need a well-child check, #sportsphysical, and/or #immunizations? Call to schedule at 480-882-4545. #NHCW2019 #ValueCHCs #Pediatrics #LoveMyAZCHC

Back-To-School Health Checks – Palomino Health Center

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Our NOAH Palomino Health Center Back-to-School event was a success! A special thanks to our partners – Delta Dental of Arizona, BHHS Legacy Foundation, Credit Union West and Mercy Care for their support of our programs and services. Does your child need a well-child check, #sportsphysical, and/or #immunizations? Call to schedule at 480-882-4545 #NHCW2019 #ValueCHCs #Pediatrics #LoveMyAZCHC

Back-To-School Health Checks – Heuser Family Medicine

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Our NOAH Heuser Family Medicine Center Back-to-School event was a success! A special thanks to our partners – Delta Dental of Arizona, BHHS Legacy Foundation, Credit Union West and Mercy Care for their support of our programs and services. Does your child need a well-child check, #sportsphysical, and/or #immunizations? Call to schedule at 480-882-4545. #NHCW2019 #ValueCHCs #Pediatrics #LoveMyAZCHC

National Health Center Week – Staff Appreciation

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“Community Health Centers began more than 50 years ago to meet the #healthcare needs of our most vulnerable. Today, that mission continues and is very much alive. We celebrated National Health Center Week (NHCW) with YOU (our wonderful & amazing team), our #patients, and more than 1,400 Federally Qualified Health Centers across the nation this week. NHCW is a national campaign to increase awareness of the ways #healthcenters are providing affordable health care in communities. Health centers are on the front lines of public health challenges, caring for our most needy populations, and address today’s social determinants of health. In addition, centers located in rural areas are often the only healthcare provider for miles around. I am grateful for all of you, for your compassion, and for your dedication to honor, inspire, and empower the communities we have the privilege of serving,” says Wendy Armendariz, CEO. To schedule an appt., please call 480-882-4545.