Pediatrician’s Day: dedication to the health of future generations

The pediatrician plays a crucial role in monitoring children and adolescents. This professional is dedicated to studying growth, development, and specific diseases that occur during childhood.

With care and attention, they accompany the little ones from the beginning of their lives, playing an essential role in helping them grow up healthy and full of vitality.

Pediatrician Dr. João Pedro Locatelli Cezar, a specialist in pediatric hematology and responsible for the healthcare team at Hygia, defines the profession as that of a warrior and guardian of the health of children and adolescents.

Regular check-ups are extremely important during this phase. They allow for the early detection of diseases that may arise in early life or later on, ensuring the best development for the child.

According to Cezar, the recommended frequency of pediatric visits is as follows:

• In the first year of life: monthly check-ups.
• In the second year of life: quarterly check-ups.
• From two years to 21 years: check-ups should be conducted every six months.

The pediatrician is the professional responsible for monitoring a child's growth and development, working to ensure they reach their full potential as adults. It's like taking care of a plant, observing and intervening when their growth is not on the right path.

During childhood, the immune system is still considered immature, with low antibody production, making children more susceptible to dangerous viruses and bacteria. Keeping vaccinations up to date is one of the main precautions parents should take to prevent diseases such as meningitis, tuberculosis, measles, and polio, as well as other infections that pose serious risks to children's health.

Children can be affected by various diseases that present nonspecific symptoms, making it indispensable to have a professional's perspective for proper diagnosis and treatment. Any serious condition during this stage of life, if not treated correctly, can have serious consequences throughout life.

In addition to medical care, the pediatrician emphasizes the importance of other measures to reduce the risks of contamination and disease transmission, such as maintaining proper hand hygiene for children. Additionally, parents and caregivers should be mindful of other care measures, such as:

• Keeping the body hydrated.
• Promoting a healthy diet.
• Encouraging physical exercise.
• Allowing the child to be in contact with nature.
• Keeping the vaccination record up to date.

"It is always important to pay attention to your child. No one knows a child better than their parents or caregivers because they spend the most time with the child. If you notice something different, seek advice and inform your pediatrician," emphasizes João Pedro Cezar.

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