width="280"Your child’s health includes physical, mental and social. Most parents know the basics to keep them healthy children like healthy foods, make sure to sleep and enough exercise and ensure their safety.

It is also important that children have regular medical checkups. These visits are an opportunity to review your child’s development. It is also a good time to detect or prevent problems.

In addition to the screenings, school-age children should see their doctor for:

* Loss or significant weight gain
* Trouble sleeping or behavior changes
* Fever over 102 º F (38.8 º C)
* Skin rash or skin infections
* Frequent sore throats
* Breathing problems