Rio Branco reinforces puericulture services for child development

The Rio Branco City Hall, through the Municipal Health Secretariat, is emphasizing the importance of puericulture services in local health units. These consultations are designed to monitor child growth and development across various stages of childhood.

Health professionals use these sessions to track developmental milestones and provide guidance to parents and guardians on essential topics, including breastfeeding, vaccination, nutrition, hygiene, and strengthening family bonds. Dr. Isabel Cristina Neves, a physician at the José Adriano Lopes Family Health Unit, noted that these periodic consultations allow for the early identification of potential neurological diseases or syndromes.

Local parents have expressed the value of this professional support, noting that it provides security and helps address ongoing questions regarding nutrition and developmental stages.