Emma Hammett

Mental health: Supporting youngsters

Many children and young people struggle with their emotions and behaviour. We know that the majority of mental health conditions…

There are many foods loved by pet owners and by their dogs – that can make their pets very ill! …

As Easter approaches and supermarket aisles fill with brightly foil wrapped chocolate eggs, a heart breaking warning posted on a…

Heart attacks can happen to anyone, of any age. Although they are more likely to occur in older people. In…

With the advent of Spring, many asthma sufferers struggle to keep their asthma under control. There may be some key…

It is commonly thought that hay fever is only a problem in late Spring or the summer months, when the…

Childhood diseases: How to identify them: Following the recent rise in Strep A and Scarlet Fever cases, this article will…

These infections are caused by several strains of bacteria – the most common are streptococcus A and streptococcus B. These…

The Royal College of Psychiatrists (RCP) has published new guidance, emergencies in eating disorders (MEED): guidance on recognition and management.…

Eating disorders occurs when someone develops an unhealthy attitude towards food which can take over their everyday life and make…

Stroke action first aid: A stroke occurs when blood flow in the brain is interrupted by a blockage or bleed…

Pancake day traditionally started to use up luxury ingredients prior to Lent. However, now it has now become a great…