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New Medicare child health check to screen development, screen time
Original: New Medicare child health check targets developmental delays, with GPs assessing screen time and nutrition
A new Medicare-funded child health check will have GPs assess children for developmental delays, with the check-up covering screen time and nutrition alongside standard developmental assessments. The initiative aims to catch delays earlier in childhood through routine GP visits. Discussion is focused on how doctors will evaluate lifestyle factors like device use and diet during standard consultations.
Why now: The announcement of a new Medicare item involving GPs in assessing children's screen time and nutrition is prompting debate about early detection of developmental delays.
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