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10 facts about pets, allergies and kids
Your child has sneezed again. That was number 26 for the day and you’re beginning to get a bit desperate. You are hesitant to put your child on medication permanently, but something has to be done. But before you do any...read more
7 ways to help the child who stutters
Speak with your child in an unhurried way, pausing frequently. Wait a few seconds after your child finishes speaking before you begin to speak. Your own slow, relaxed speech will be far...read more
Are stuttering therapies succesful?
We hear from many parents who are concerned that stuttering therapy may not help their child. If your child has stuttered longer than a year, it is less likely that the stuttering will ever go away completely...read more
Are you ready to be a father ?
Some feelings Finding out your girlfriend is pregnant may take you by surprise and it is normal to feel a range of emotions such as disbelief, anger, joy or happiness. There are a number of options available...read more
Asthma and children: as they grow
As your child grows their asthma may change its symptoms, treatment and severity. Your involvement will also change. For example, you will have to be responsible for your toddler taking their medicati...read more
Asthma management plan
Once your child has been diagnosed asthmatic, you and your doctor should write up an Asthma Management Plan. These plans vary according to the child and the severity of their asthma.The plan should cover: ...read more
Asthma symptoms in children
Symptoms in children are similar to that of adults. Your child may experience wheezing or breathlessness, especially when playing or running around with their friends. Persistent coughing is common at night o...read more
Asthma treatments for children
If you have read our treatment section you will know that there are two types of drugs: relievers and preventers. The first type - relievers - open the airway and treat the a...read more
Asthma, a leading cause of school absenteeism
Allergies are a common condition that occurs in about 20 percent of children in the United States. Asthma is one of the most common chronic illnesses of childhood, affecting more than 3 million children in th...read more
Asthma, the elephant sitting on your chest...
"Asthma" comes from the ancient Greek word meaning "panting"and, if you've experienced an asthma attack, you'll understand why. For some, an asthma attack feels as though an elephant is si...read more
Asthma: how to handle it at school?
Let the school know that your child has asthma and what medication she may need to take while she is at school. Provide the school with an Asthma Action Plan which gives them instructions on ...read more
Asthma: increasing at a worrying rate
Asthma is one of the most common medical conditions in the world. In this country alone, one adult in 25 and one child in seven gets the irritating cough and breathlessness t...read more
Breathing through a straw...
Can you imagine what it must feel like trying to breathe through a straw? Many asthmatics are familiar with that sensation, as it is what they experience during an asthma attack. Asthma is a particular concer...read more
Cardiac Catheterisation: How it is done
A Cardiac Catheterisation is sometimes carried out to confirm the exact nature of a heart defect if the results from an echocardiogram provide insufficient detail to decide on treatment. The ...read more
Children and heart disease
Research has shown that heart disease originates in childhood. With obesity on the increase in children and young people it is easy to see why. Poor diet and inactivity are growing problems among children tod...read more
Children and hypnotherapy
Children over the age of 7 years of age respond exceptionally well to therapy, with amazing results after only a single session.I insist that children under the age of 16 always be accompanie...read more
Children and overloaded backpacks: use common sense!
Backpacks are great for carrying more than can be carried in the arms and hands alone. And, for children, backpacks help to keep important books and papers organized. However, overloaded backpacks can cause <...read more
Children and psoriasis
Psoriasis is a recurrent skin condition that affects around 2% of the population in the UK. In simple terms, it is only an acceleration of the usual replacement processes of the skin. Normally a skin cell mat...read more
Children and toxic chemicals
The true Cost of Chemicals In a day and age where we increasingly seek a quick solution to our problems we find ourselves confronted by the cost that we are really paying for convenience.Health and environmental groups aroun...read more
Children with diabetes
Diagnosis and treatment Few children have Type 2 diabetes, so this article will be concentrating on Type 1 diabetes management. Having said this, it must be added that Type 2 diabetes is on the rise amongst adolescents as a ...read more
Children with meningitis
If you think your child has meningitis, get medical help at once. Meningitis is rare but it is dangerous and although the HIB vaccine protects against one type of bacterial meningitis, there ...read more
Children's mental health: feeding the next generation
Dr Neil Ward from the Department of Chemistry at Surrey University explained the influence that toxins and heavy metals can have on childrens’ behaviour.His researches ...read more
Children, youth and mental disorders
Though Canada prides itself on its universal health care system, mental health services for children and youth are not keeping pace with the high rates of depression, suicide, eating disorder...read more
Choosing child care
Types of childcare Live-in nannies live with the family they are working for, who provide them with food and a private bedroom in addition to their salary. Daily nannies come to t...read more
Common illnesses
Autism Autism affects the way a child communicates and relates to other people. Early signs include not fixing his or her eyes on your face, resisting being cuddled, and a delay in speaking and hyperactivity...read more
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