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Summary: Back-to-school wellness exams for your young scholar is important for several reasons. Family physician <a href="http://healthcare.utah.edu/fad/mddetail.php?physicianID=u0120986">Dr. David Owen</a> says an annual checkup helps ensure your child is up-to-date on vaccinations and developmental screenings. On today's <i>Health Minute</i>, learn several other reasons why it’s a good idea to schedule a wellness exam before the school year starts again.