A new survey shows many Kiwi parents are behind on their children's regular health check-ups. Any Kiwi parent knows all too well how fast germs spread amongst our little ones. But what they might not know is that their kids might be behind on health checks. Of those surveyed, 41 per cent said their child has either never had a general health exam, or is not up to date with them. It could mean Kiwi kids are struggling with reading or with comprehension in class.