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Several medical groups, including the American Academy of Pediatrics and the American Academy of Family Physicians, have released new guidance on conducting a preparticipation physical evaluation (PPE), also known as the sports physical.
The update includes new information on seeing female and transgender athletes, as well as evaluating a student's mental health. Clinicians can address subjects like bullying, drug and alcohol use, and birth control during the sports physical.
The groups recommend doing the evaluation as part of the child's regular health screening visit.