Health and fitness Features

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.

Travel sickness

Treating travel sickness in children

Treating gum disease in children

Can children get gum disease, and if so what is the best treatment

Unconsciousness

Unconsciousness - how to revive an unconcious adult or child