The NHS has issued essential guidance for parents on 18 common childhood illnesses, detailing when children should stay home from school. Stay informed to protect your child's health and their classmates.
The NHS has issued vital advice on which childhood illnesses require keeping your child home from school. Learn the full list of symptoms and guidelines to protect your child and others.
The NHS has released crucial guidance on which childhood illnesses require keeping your child off school. Learn the full list of symptoms and conditions, from high temperatures to chickenpox, to protect your family and others.
An amber weather warning for heavy rain and potential flooding is in force across parts of Wales and England. Homes and businesses face disruption. Stay safe and avoid travel.
The government unveils its long-awaited child poverty strategy, pledging to scrap the two-child benefit cap and improve housing. Critics argue the plan lacks ambitious, binding targets for real change.
HMRC urges UK families to claim up to £897 per child in backdated Child Benefit. Learn eligibility, rates, and how to claim via the official app before the deadline.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves ends the two-child benefit cap, freeing £150m for Scotland to tackle child poverty. Discover the Budget's impact on families and new funding.
The Met Office has issued a new 12-hour yellow weather warning for ice as a severe cold snap hits the UK. Drivers urged to take extreme caution on treacherous roads.
An 11-year-old Connecticut girl died from starvation after being denied food for two weeks. Her mother has pleaded not guilty to murder. Read the full story.
UK Border Force makes alarming discovery of lifelike child sex doll imported from Hong Kong, sparking major police investigation into potential child exploitation offences.
A five-year-old girl has tragically passed away following a sudden medical emergency outside her primary school in Merseyside, leaving the community in mourning.
UK police forces are under pressure to improve responses to child grooming gangs as a landmark report reveals inconsistent recording practices and BeaconPort launches new intelligence system.
A four-year-old girl faced a life-threatening emergency after swallowing a button battery from a children's toy, prompting urgent warnings from medical experts about hidden household dangers.
A mother's quick thinking saved her son's life after a school rash turned out to be deadly meningitis. NHS doctors reveal the crucial signs every parent must know.
In a groundbreaking move for child safety, Australia announces a national public registry for convicted child sex offenders, empowering parents with crucial information to protect their children.
Health officials issue critical warning to parents about invasive Group A Strep infections as cases rise across the UK. Learn the signs to watch for and when to seek immediate medical attention.
A toddler nearly died after being sent home from hospital with suspected tonsillitis. The family shares their harrowing story to warn other parents about sepsis symptoms.
A three-year-old child was discovered wandering unsupervised in East London's Upton Park area during early morning hours, prompting a major police response and ongoing search for the parents.
A young child was discovered wandering alone near Upton Park station in East London before dawn, prompting a major police response and ongoing search for the parents.
A mother's chilling account of discovering her daughter's life-threatening condition after a persistent night cough led to an urgent hospital dash and shocking diagnosis.
Shocking child neglect case in Texas as a mother faces charges after allegedly leaving her young son completely alone for several days without supervision or provisions.
The Met Office has escalated weather alerts across southern England and Wales as a powerful storm system threatens 70mph winds and intense rainfall, sparking major travel disruption fears.
Discover the common bedtime phrase that could be harming your child's sleep and emotional wellbeing, according to leading parenting specialists.
A grieving mother shares her heartbreaking story after her 10-year-old son's seemingly innocent muscle pain symptoms masked a rapidly developing sepsis infection that claimed his life within days.
The World Health Organization issues urgent global warning after contaminated cough syrups are connected to dozens of child fatalities across several nations. Health authorities worldwide are scrambling to remove dangerous medications from circulation.
A four-year-old boy has tragically died from a Strep A infection amid growing concerns about a nationwide outbreak, with health officials investigating multiple cases across the UK.
Health officials warn about Reye's Syndrome risk - the rare but deadly condition linked to giving aspirin to children under 16. Essential safety guidance every parent needs to know.
Health officials sound alarm over rising invasive Group A Streptococcus infections across Britain. Expert guidance on recognising early warning signs and when to seek medical help.
The heartbroken family of four-year-old Muhammad Ibrahim Ali is sharing their devastating story after the 'beautiful boy' tragically died from a Strep A infection just days after first showing symptoms, as health officials issue warnings to parents.
Two Texas sisters have been charged with serious child abuse offences after police discovered three young children living in squalid conditions with injuries and signs of severe neglect.