Preventive pediatrics:
Preventive pediatrics: It is defined as the prevention of disease and promotion of Physical, Mental and Social well being of children with the aim of gaining positive health and to reduce mortality and morbidity rate. National Programmes related to child health and welfare: A. MCH B. RCH C. ICDS D. Breastfeeding, Weaning E. BFHI F. Under five clinic G. Universal Immunization Program H. School Health Services I. National Health Policy J. Nutritional Services K. Diarrheal disease control program A. Maternal And Child Health (MCH): It refers to the promotive, preventive, curative and rehabilitative health care for mother and children, family planning, school health, care of handicapped children, adolescence etc. Objectives: 1. Reduction of Maternal, perinatal, childhood mortality and morbidity. 2. Promotion of reproductive health 3. Promotion of physical and psychological develo