The Duchess of Cornwall and The Duchess of Cambridge mark Children’s Hospice Week
The Duchess of Cornwall and The Duchess of Cambridge have hosted a joint video call with three of their respective…
Paediatrics
Corticosteroids may be an effective treatment for COVID-19 complications in children
Corticosteroids may be an effective treatment for children who develop a rare but serious condition after COVID-19 infection. This is…
Whooping cough vaccine clinical trial to help prevent allergies
More than 1500 babies are being sought for a research study testing whether a whooping cough vaccine can help prevent…
Ultra-processed foods: Urgent action needed to reduce harm
British children are consuming ‘exceptionally high’ proportions of ultra-processed foods, increasing their risk of obesity and damaging their long-term health.…
Summer sickness – 6 common illnesses
Summer sickness: Dr Luke James, Medical Director, Bupa Global and UK Insurance discusses how to protect your child's health over…
Febrile convulsions and how to help
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Febrile Convulsions and Seizures
Febrile convulsions are incredibly common in babies and small children. Fits or seizures are triggered by a rise in their…
Pea flour supplement helps malnourished children
Adding pea flour to feeds for severely malnourished children helps them gain weight and restores the balance of microbes in…
Mental health problems after concussion
A third of children and adolescents develop a mental health problem after a concussion, which could persist for several years…
Breastfeeding: 5 Common problems
Breastfeeding your new baby can be difficult, and with side effects like sore nipples, engorgement and thrush, sometimes it can…