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| Being healthy allows you to feel well, and enjoy all that
life has to offer. Yet the opportunity to be healthy and prevent
illness can depend on your stage of life and your health choices
at that time. While your risk of illness changes as you age,
you can take some responsibility for your health and make a
difference. |
Lifestyle priorities
This is an important time for children to learn healthy eating
habits, such as having breakfast every day, and experiencing a wide
range of fun activities. The role of parents cannot be underestimated,
as they play a big part in determining the health and well being
of their children. It is especially important that parents set a
good example themselves in regards to exercise, sensible eating
and attitude towards a healthy lifestyle.
Health checks
| Health Issue |
When to see your doctor |
Eyes
|
An examination at 3 and 6, then every 2
-3 years |
Immunisations |
At 2, 4, 6, 12 and 18 months, one at 4
years.
Annual influenza and 5 yearly pneumococcal pneumonia are
recommended for children with cyanotic congenital heart disease
and children on immunosuppressive therapy. |
Teeth |
At 2, then every 6 months |
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