Besides new backpacks and shoes, parents should think about back-to-school immunizations and well-child check-ups as summer ends. Some kids have gotten behind in their regular vaccinations, but now is ...

It may seem like summer has just started, but school will be here before we know it. In order to beat the rush, Intermountain Health says scheduling well-visit checkups now will ease the stress of ...

An annual wellness exam can help identify potential issues affecting a child’s learning and development. Some caregivers choose to schedule the appointment right before a new school year starts, but ...

JOPLIN, Mo. — Pediatricians encourage regular back-to-school check-ups to keep children healthy as they head back to the classroom. Dr. Beth Garrett at Freeman Health System says a lot goes into those ...