Overview
Pediatrics and Child Health is a specialized branch of medicine that deals with the physical and mental development of children, ranging from newborns to adolescents. It also takes into account the preventive and curative health care of infants, children, and adolescents, including the diagnosis and treatment of health conditions related to childhood. Child Abuse, one of the major global issues, is of significant concern under this branch of medicine. It can include physical, sexual, psychological and neglect-related abuse, with serious consequences to the health, development, and well-being of children. Early detection and timely intervention by healthcare professionals is key to reducing the prevalence and impact of child abuse. Pediatricians, through preventive measures and early detection, can play a key role in protecting children from abuse and ensuring their health and safety.