Grandpa's Coat: My Teenage Sanctuary
A poignant personal essay exploring the profound emotional connection and unexpected refuge found in an inherited grandfather's coat during the turbulent teenage years.
Category : Search result: childhood immunisation
NHS to offer combined MMR and chickenpox vaccine to children
The NHS is set to introduce a combined MMR and chickenpox vaccine for children, a move backed by MP Stephen Kinnock that promises to simplify immunisations and boost public health.
NHS Begins Chickenpox Vaccination: Symptoms Guide
The NHS has launched a groundbreaking chickenpox vaccination programme for children. This guide explains the symptoms, vaccine availability, and what parents need to know about the new routine immunisation.
England's Infant Vaccine Crisis: Experts Sound Alarm
Health officials issue urgent warning as childhood vaccination rates across England fall dangerously below WHO safety thresholds, risking resurgence of preventable diseases.
MMR Vaccine Uptake Crisis Hits UK Schools
Exclusive investigation reveals how dangerous anti-vaccine myths are fuelling a worrying decline in MMR uptake across UK schools, putting children at risk of measles outbreaks and creating a public health emergency.
Jade Goody's Son Reveals Dad's Tragic Overdose & Family Trauma
Exclusive: Freddy Brazier opens up about his father's fatal overdose, Jade Goody's turbulent childhood, and his own battle with addiction in a raw, emotional interview.
Childhood Batman outfit used for successful passport photo
A Guardian reader's hilarious passport renewal story reveals how a childhood Batman obsession provided the perfect 'neutral expression' for officialdom. Discover why this caped crusader outfit beat the bland dress code.
Alexa Ray Joel on Parents' Split in Revealing Docuseries
Alexa Ray Joel, daughter of music legend Billy Joel and supermodel Christie Brinkley, breaks her silence on her parents' famous split and her unique upbringing in a powerful new documentary series. Discover her journey from a painful childhood to finding
My Grandma's Chopped Gown & Bet Lynch Coat
A heartwarming tale of family heirlooms and sartorial rebellion. Discover how one grandmother's bold fashion choices, from a DIY minidress to a dramatic Bet Lynch-style coat, created unforgettable childhood memories and a lasting legacy of love and style.
Hunt: Stop overdiagnosing children, growing up is messy
Former Health Secretary Jeremy Hunt warns against the rising trend of overmedicalising normal childhood development, arguing it overlooks the natural, uneven journey of growing up.
Jamie Oliver admits his Turkey Twizzlers were still unhealthy
Celebrity chef Jamie Oliver makes a stunning admission about his own Turkey Twizzlers recipe, revealing it was still 'ultra-processed' and unhealthy, despite his famous school dinners campaign.
The Enduring Power of a Father's Suede Jacket
A poignant personal story exploring how a father's old suede jacket became more than just clothing, transforming into a powerful symbol of memory, identity, and the unbreakable bond between parent and child.
Three childhood traits linked to adult psychopathy
New research from King's College London identifies three key behavioural signs in children that are strongly linked to developing psychopathy in adulthood. The study offers a potential breakthrough in early intervention.
My childhood outfit was a walking endorsement for Ecstasy
A woman reflects on her favourite childhood outfit - a branded Ecstasy T-shirt - and the complex clash of her innocent Muslim girl identity with 90s rave culture.
Boy, 12, Begs Mum to Let Him Die to End Cancer Pain
A 12-year-old boy from the UK has made a heartbreaking plea to his mother, asking for permission to end his life after being diagnosed with an incurable and painful form of bone cancer.
Kids as young as 10 given NHS weight-loss jabs
Exclusive NHS data reveals a shocking rise in children as young as ten being prescribed anti-obesity injections like Wegovy, raising serious safety concerns among medical experts.
Girl, 11, sells toys to feed family in cost-of-living crisis
An 11-year-old girl from Telford is forced to sell her childhood toys to help her struggling family buy food, as the UK's cost-of-living crisis pushes households to breaking point.
Jeff Brazier's Heartbreaking Plea to Son After Jade Goody Death
TV presenter Jeff Brazier opens up about the raw conversations with his son Freddy, 19, on coping with the immense loss of his mother, Jade Goody, to cervical cancer.
Shannon Matthews' Friend Breaks 16-Year Silence
An exclusive interview with a childhood friend of Shannon Matthews reveals the chilling truth behind the 2008 kidnapping hoax that shocked the nation. Discover the untold story from someone who was there.
Arundhati Roy's Memoir: A Fatherless Childhood of Freedom
Booker Prize winner Arundhati Roy unveils her deeply personal new memoir, 'Fugitive Childhood', a poignant and rebellious account of her unconventional upbringing in Kerala and the complex legacy of a wild, imperfect, and absent father.
Marcus Rashford Reunites With Childhood Sweetheart
Manchester United and England forward Marcus Rashford has reunited with his childhood sweetheart, Lucia Loi. The pair, who first met at school, have reconnected after a previous split, with friends describing their bond as 'stronger than ever'.
Nathan Cleary's Childhood Trauma Revealed
Penrith Panthers superstar Nathan Cleary opens up about a harrowing childhood experience that left him traumatised, sharing the incredibly scary act that still haunts him years later.
Secret Docs Reveal NSW Childcare System 'Failing Families'
Explosive internal documents reveal the New South Wales childcare system is in a state of profound crisis, with families facing years-long waitlists and a regulator struggling to cope, according to the Greens.
Elle Macpherson Shares Adorable Childhood Throwback Photo
Australian modelling sensation Elle Macpherson shares a precious childhood photo on social media, delighting fans with a nostalgic moment as she prepares for a new chapter in her life.
Ashlee Simpson's Ex-Boyfriend's Cruel Bullying Revealed
Ashlee Simpson-Ross opens up about devastating childhood bullying from an ex-boyfriend who cruelly told her she 'ruined' his social status by dating him, in a revealing new podcast interview.
Australia's Childcare CCTV & Phone Ban Unveiled
The Australian government announces a sweeping new national childcare safety framework, including a mandatory CCTV trial and a staff mobile phone ban to enhance safeguarding and transparency.
NHS Imposes Mandatory Sugar Limits on Baby Food
The NHS is spearheading a major crackdown on sugar and salt in baby food. Discover how new mandatory limits and a ban on sweeteners aim to reshape children's health and combat the UK's obesity crisis from weaning age.
Wynonna Judd Reveals Stepfather Molested Her, Daughter Estrangement
Country music star Wynonna Judd opens up about childhood trauma, revealing stepfather's molestation and the painful estrangement from her daughter, Grace Pauline Kelley.
Richard Osman's Childhood Heartbreak: 'Never Felt Good Enough'
Pointless co-host Richard Osman opens up in a raw and emotional interview about the profound impact of his father's abandonment, revealing decades of crushing self-doubt and his journey to overcome it.
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