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Children to receive regular health screenings

15/05/2026

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The Ministry of Health has issued nationwide guidelines on regular health check-ups for children under the age of six. The screenings will assess nutrition, mental and motor development, and vaccination status. They will also include autism screening. Experts say the move is an important step towards the early detection of health and developmental conditions in children.

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