Tag #Health Screenings

What are the key changes in the revised French health record book and their immediate impact on child health?

The French health authority (DGS) announced a revised health record book for children, detailing 20 mandatory health checks with developmental milestones and prevention advice. A new 6-year-old check is added for primary school entry, focusing on sensory screening and developmental disorders, also including vaccinations against whooping cough, diphtheria, tetanus, and polio. The book includes guidance on screen time, physical activity, and adolescent mental health.