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UK bans junk food ads targeting children

New UK rules ban junk food ads online and pre-9pm on TV to protect children. With obesity rates twice as high in deprived areas, this is a vital step for public health and tackling inequality. Read more.

Teen's 'rugby injury' limp was fatal bone cancer

Emma Cleal urges parents to trust their instincts after her son Frank, 13, died from osteosarcoma. His only symptom was an unexplained limp initially dismissed as a sports injury.

Girl, 13, completes wish list before going blind

Audrey Tyrrell, 13, is ticking off a 'visual wish list' after a diagnosis of Usher syndrome. The Essex teen aims to see the world before progressive vision loss takes hold. Read her inspiring story.

Princess of Wales visits Anna Freud charity initiative

The Princess of Wales visited the Anna Freud charity to launch a new training programme for health visitors, supporting children's early development. Discover how this initiative aims to transform early years care.

Childhood loneliness raises dementia risk by 41%

New research reveals that feeling lonely in childhood is strongly linked to accelerated cognitive decline and a significantly higher risk of dementia later in life. Discover the long-term impact on brain health.

West Midlands tops UK childhood obesity chart

New NHS data exposes a growing health crisis as West Midlands records highest childhood obesity rates in England, with nearly 1 in 3 Year 6 children clinically obese.

Women face more childhood abuse from authority figures

Groundbreaking research reveals disturbing gender disparity in childhood mistreatment, with women reporting significantly higher rates of abuse from trusted adults including teachers and family members.

UK toddler first in world with unique genetic condition

In an extraordinary medical breakthrough, 19-month-old Oscar Sparrow from West Midlands has been identified as the only person worldwide living with a never-before-seen genetic mutation, offering new hope for rare disease research.

One in Five Primary Pupils in England Now Obese

Shocking new data reveals nearly 20% of Year 6 students in England are classified as obese, with deprived areas showing double the obesity rates of affluent regions. Experts warn of a growing health emergency.

Charlie Stayt's Secret Health Battle Revealed

BBC Breakfast presenter Charlie Stayt has been secretly battling a serious health condition while maintaining his professional composure on morning television. Exclusive details about his diagnosis and treatment journey.

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