What To Know
- Redesigned to better support families, it includes advice on sleep, screen time, and nutrition, as well as a mandatory check-up at age six.
- According to a statement from the general directorate of health, each age group will have specific milestones for parents to assess their child’s development in social, cognitive, and motor aspects.
- A step towards digital integrationThe digitization of the child health record is expected by the end of 2026 within the child’s digital health space.
Starting January 1, 2025, a new child health record will be implemented. Redesigned to better support families, it includes advice on sleep, screen time, and nutrition, as well as a mandatory check-up at age six. What tangible changes does this record bring for parents and health professionals?
a revamped child health record
The new child health record is set to launch on January 1. This updated version details the twenty mandatory health examinations. According to a statement from the general directorate of health, each age group will have specific milestones for parents to assess their child’s development in social, cognitive, and motor aspects.
- Guidance on raising children without violence
- Charts for introducing foods
- Advice on sleep patterns
- Indicators for detecting neurodevelopmental disorders
catering to modern needs
The new health record addresses contemporary concerns including physical activity from childhood through adolescence and screen usage. It aims to help healthcare professionals identify potential screen misuse.
The updated record also includes questions regarding the detection of endometriosis or psycho-emotional states during adolescence.
a focus on preventive care
A new mandatory check-up at age six has been introduced to strengthen preventive measures as most children begin elementary school. This examination focuses on sensory screening and developmental disorder detection.
- A vaccination booster for whooping cough, diphtheria, tetanus, and polio is recommended at this age.
During the child’s first-year check-ups, parents receive prevention messages about safe sleeping positions, sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS), and shaken baby syndrome.
- Information on postpartum depression risks for mothers
- The importance of parent-child interactions
enhanced resources for healthcare professionals
The section dedicated to healthcare providers now includes information about risk factors for vision problems and tips for identifying neurodevelopmental issues.
The vaccination pages have been updated following new requirements and recommendations. Copies of these pages serve as vaccination certificates necessary for community admission.
a step towards digital integration
The digitization of the child health record is expected by the end of 2026 within the child’s digital health space. This transition aims to streamline access and management of children’s health information.
