But routine well-child visits are also a critical part of health and wellness for children up through age 18. Think of these appointments as checkups for tracking growth and learning.

Although routine well-child visits are a crucial part of preventative pediatric healthcare, they may lead to subsequent clinic visits for influenza-like symptoms, according to a study published in ...

Dr. Ronald Searcy, a board-certified family practice physician at Fayetteville Family Clinic, is emphasizing the importance ...

Your baby should go to at least eight well-child visits before the baby is 15 months old. Knowing what is involved and how to prepare may help create a more comfortable appointment.

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Dr. Alice Kuo performs a well-child visit with 4-year-old JoJo at the UCLA Health System Medicine-Pediatrics Comprehensive Care Clinic in Santa Monica.

“Well-child checks are important to monitor your child’s growth and development and to make sure they are current with their vaccinations,” Sorg said. “Providers screen kids and teens for things such ...

The Well Child Visits program marks a significant step forward in ensuring that children receive the preventative care they need, particularly those who may have been previously overlooked.

Children increasingly at risk of high blood pressure. Poor adherence to well-child visits may increase the risk of hospitalizations in young children. HealthDay News — Poor adherence to well ...

Incorporate guidance and encouragement about reading aloud even in child well visits when books may not be readily available, including when primary care is provided virtually.