Health Features

Nosebleeds

What is the best way to tackle a nosebleed?

Obesity in children - a growing problem

Obesity is a growing problem for adults and children alike. Find out how to protect your kids

Outdoor games for kids

Try our best outdoor activities and make sure your kids have a healthy, fun-filled summer

Pesticides and children

Are children more vulnerable to the effects of the pesticides present in our food, water and environment? Dr Howard Lee gives the fact

Poisoning

What action should you take if you suspect you or your child has been poisoned?

Recommendations for immunisations

A list of current recommendations for immunisations

reflux problems

Reflux, infant calpol, thickened fee

Sun care for kids

Cancer Research UK on how to protect your children from the su

Tackling childhood obesity

Childhood obesity is on the increase - as are the associated health problems. But how can we help kids realise the benefits of healthy eating and exercise when tempting 'treats' are never far away? Mel Field investigates

The trials of tonsillitis

Tonsillitis is a common condition that mostly affects children starting school or nursery. Dr Howard Lee examines the causes, symptoms and treatments.