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Parents have long relied on a physical “blue book” to track their child’s health—but new research shows it may be contributing to missed critical check-ups. A promising digital alternative is being tested to streamline tracking for families and give policymakers real-time insights into where care is lacking. The bigger issue? Our fragmented health system, especially in rural areas, leaves kids at risk—families outside cities are twice as likely to miss vital early screenings. Alarmingly, only 59% of new moms see a doctor within the first 10 weeks of pregnancy, and in places like Western Australia, just 30% of kids complete their second-year developmental check. The push is now on to connect and expand early childhood services so no child slips through the cracks—because catching issues early prevents them from becoming lifelong problems.

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