ABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) - Summer is winding down, and school doors are opening for Taylor County students, some of whom have already started the first quarter. While excitement is high for the return to the classroom, experts remind families to prioritize health, as the new school year also brings a rise in germs.

"We always get a very big rush the first week or second week right after school starts. A lot of times, it's just a routine cold or rhinovirus. I will say that we do generally see a whole lot of strep," McClintock said.

Vicki Patton and Stephen McClintock with My Emergency Room 24/7 in Abilene said it's more than just washing your hands and coughing into your elbow to stay healthy.

"They need to have a good rest. Good meals and good nutrition. Make sure you're increasing th

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