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How often should i take my healthy 8 year old son for checkups nowadays?

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Yearly: Take your son in for annual well child visits.

Answered 2/24/2014

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Routine visits : It is recommended that routine physical examinations occur every 2 years for children ages 6-12. If your child has underlying medical issues such as asthma or growth related concerns it may be prudent to see the pediatrician annually. Some insurance companies will cover annual physical examinations.

Answered 2/24/2014

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