Back-to-School = Back to Germs
When kids return to school, many parents notice an uptick in sniffles, sore throats, or even fevers. But is this normal?
The answer is yes. After long breaks, like summer vacation, children are suddenly re-exposed to dozens (if not hundreds) of peers, which means more shared air, surfaces, and germs. This exposure helps build immunity over time, but in the short term, it can feel like your child is constantly catching something new.
Common back-to-school illnesses include:
- Colds and viral upper respiratory infections
- Strep throat
- Flu (influenza)
- Stomach bugs (viral gastroenteritis)
While most of these are mild and self-limiting, they can still disrupt school attendance, sports, and family routines.
How Luxury Lifestyle Medicine™ Supports Families
At Luxury Lifestyle Medicine™ in North Scottsdale, we understand that parents need timely answers when kids get sick, not long waits for appointments or unnecessary trips to urgent care.
That’s why acute care visits are included in your adult membership. For children of adult members (ages 5 to 17), we provide a Lux Kids Acute Care add-on service with preferred pricing on:
- Same-Day or Next-Day Appointments → No waiting weeks to be seen. Pay only for the visit your kids need.
- Point-of-Care Testing (in-office, fast results) complimentary for our members and included in the Lux Kids Acute Care add-on service:
- Rapid flu swabs
- Rapid strep throat testing
- Urine dipstick and pregnancy testing
- Blood glucose fingerstick checks
- Unrushed, personalized visits → More than “7-minute” medicine.
This means your child can be evaluated quickly, results are available within minutes, and you have peace of mind.
Lux Teen Memberships for Ages 12–17
Adolescence comes with unique health challenges including stress, acne, sleep shifts, nutrition struggles, and the pressures of school or sports. Our Teen Lux Membership is designed exclusively for ages 12 to 17 and includes:
- Unlimited primary care and lifestyle medicine visits, virtual or in-person
- Extended, unrushed time with a physician who listens
- Same-day or next-day access
- Direct messaging and secure communication
- Support for physical, emotional, and lifestyle well-being
Because your teen deserves more than quick fixes, they deserve care that feels personal, private, and empowering.
When to Seek Immediate Care
While most back-to-school illnesses are mild, seek emergency care (call 911 or go to the ER) if your child has:
- High fever unresponsive to medication
- Difficulty breathing
- Severe dehydration
- Chest pain or sudden lethargy
At Luxury Lifestyle Medicine™, your safety is always our top priority.
The Luxury Lifestyle Medicine™ Difference
Back-to-school doesn’t have to mean back-to-back urgent care visits. With membership-based primary care, you and your family get:
- Unlimited visits
- Same-day or next-day scheduling
- Direct access to your physician
- Comprehensive lifestyle + preventive care
Healthcare, elevated. Personalized. Seamless.
Is your family ready for a better back-to-school healthcare experience?
Explore our **Membership Experience** or our **Teen Lux Membership** today to discover how Luxury Lifestyle Medicine™ can keep your family thriving all year long.
