children s health issues
Preventive Health Care Visits in Adolescents
Introduction
Annual health care visits (also called well-child visits) allow doctors and other health care professionals to monitor Physical Growth and Routine health care also includes a review of the immunization record and administration of Common Vaccinations in Children . Doctors also may encourage activities such as participation in sports, the arts, and community service. Most doctors interview and examine adolescents privately, although parents may be invited to participate and share concerns and receive their own counseling and guidance at the beginning or end of the visit. (See also Adolescent Development and 