Vaccines and checkups can help your child to grow up healthy and
avoid many serious diseases. Here's a brief guide to preventive
care for children. Here are some facts about flu and the flu
vaccine: See Facts about flu. Preventive care for children up to
age 2 Schedule and keep the following well-child appointments:
Well-child appointments give the doctor time to do routine
screenings and tests your child may need. Your child’s doctor
may also give any vaccines your child needs. Don’t wait to get
your child vaccinated. Vaccinations can protect your child from
disease. You will also protect others at home or daycare. Make
sure your child gets all recommended shots before age 2. You can
find the most up-to-date schedule on the Centers for Disease
Control and Prevention website. It's important to: See Guiding
Your Child through the Early Years. Preventive care for
preschool and school-age children Your child won't need to visit
the doctor as often now for preventive care – just once a year.
But those visits will