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👶 Importance of Regular Health Checkups for Children

👨‍⚕️ Introduction

A child’s early years define their lifelong health. Regular health checkups are not just for sickness—they help ensure proper growth, immunity, and development.
Dr. Pankaj Kumar (MD Pediatrics, KGMU Lucknow), Neonatal & Child Specialist at Sparsh Mother & Child Hospital, Varanasi, explains why every parent must make routine visits to their pediatrician.

🩺 1️⃣ Why Regular Checkups Are Important

• Growth Monitoring: Pediatricians track your child’s height, weight, and BMI to identify nutritional or hormonal issues early.

• Vaccination: Timely immunization prevents life-threatening diseases like measles, polio, and hepatitis.

• Development Tracking: Doctors assess milestones—speech, behavior, movement, and emotional health.

• Preventive Health: Early detection of anemia, allergies, or vitamin deficiencies prevents bigger problems later.

💉 2️⃣ The Immunization Schedule

Dr. Kumar follows the Indian Academy of Pediatrics (IAP) schedule to ensure protection from major infections.

“A few minutes spent on vaccination today can prevent a lifetime of suffering.”
— Dr. Pankaj Kumar

Parents should maintain a vaccination record and consult their pediatrician for booster doses.

🍎 3️⃣ Nutrition & Lifestyle Review

During each checkup, dietary habits are reviewed.
A balanced meal rich in fruits, milk, and proteins is crucial for immunity. Avoid excessive screen time and junk food.

💬 4️⃣ Common Mistakes Parents Make

• Visiting doctor only during illness

• Skipping follow-up visits

• Relying on home remedies without consultation

• Ignoring dental or eye checkups

🏥 About Sparsh Mother & Child Hospital

Sparsh Mother & Child Hospital, Varanasi is one of the best hospitals for children offering pediatric OPD, immunization clinic, and NICU under the guidance of Dr. Pankaj Kumar.

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