Children

Health screenings for children are crucial to monitor their growth and development, detect any potential health issues early, and ensure they are meeting important developmental milestones. Here are some general guidelines for health screenings for children at different ages:

1. *Infancy (Birth to 1 year):*

   - Newborn screening: Done shortly after birth to detect certain genetic, metabolic, and developmental conditions.

   - Well-baby visits: Regular check-ups with a healthcare provider to monitor growth and development, and receive necessary vaccinations.

   - Hearing screening: Typically done in the hospital shortly after birth.

   - Vision screening: Done at well-baby visits.

   - Developmental screening: Assessments to monitor developmental milestones.

2. *Early Childhood (1 to 5 years):*

   - Annual well-child visits: To monitor growth, development, and overall health.

   - Vision and hearing screening: Periodic screenings to detect any issues.

   - Blood pressure check: Typically starts at age 3.

   - Dental check-ups: Regular dental visits starting at age 1.

   - Developmental screening: Ongoing assessments to monitor developmental milestones.

3. *Middle Childhood (6 to 12 years):*

   - Annual well-child visits: To monitor growth, development, and overall health.

   - Vision and hearing screening: Periodic screenings to detect any issues.

   - Blood pressure check: Annually.

   - Cholesterol screening: Once between ages 9 and 11.

   - Dental check-ups: Regular dental visits.

   - Developmental screening: Ongoing assessments to monitor developmental milestones.