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Children face 12-hour A&E waits in NHS crisis

Shocking new data reveals children are facing dangerously long waits in NHS emergency departments, with some young patients waiting over 12 hours for treatment as hospitals struggle with unprecedented demand.

Childhood Chronic Pain Causes Adult Health Issues - Study

New research from Australia uncovers the hidden crisis of chronic pain in children, linking it to significant physical and mental health challenges in adulthood. Experts call for urgent changes in paediatric care.

Mother Sues NHS Over Toddler's Misdiagnosed Sepsis

A mother is suing an NHS hospital after doctors allegedly dismissed her three-year-old daughter's life-threatening sepsis symptoms as a simple virus, leading to a catastrophic medical emergency.

The baby feeding switch that prevents ear infections

Leading paediatricians reveal how a tiny change in how you hold your baby's bottle during feeding can drastically reduce ear infections, aid digestion, and support healthier development. This free technique is a game-changer for UK parents.

Melbourne Hospital Panel Confronts War's Impact on Kids

A poignant panel discussion at Melbourne's Royal Children's Hospital, featuring former ABC journalist Sophie McNeill and paediatric experts, confronts the devastating and often overlooked health consequences of war on the world's most vulnerable children.

Eye tilt symptom reveals child's brain tumour

The story of a mother's intuition and the crucial eye symptom that uncovered her daughter's rare brain tumour, optic nerve glioma. Learn the signs every parent should know.

NHS Warning: Dangers of DIY Ear Wax Removal Kits

Exclusive: The NHS and leading audiologists issue a stark warning against popular DIY ear wax removal methods, linking them to a surge in hearing damage, infections, and emergency ENT admissions. Discover the safe alternatives experts recommend.

Boy, 12, Hospitalised After Vaping: 'Chest On Fire'

A 12-year-old British boy was rushed to hospital with severe chest pain and breathing difficulties after using an illegal vape. Doctors issue urgent warning on the dangers of illicit e-cigarettes to children.

Baby's 'Stubbornness' Diagnosed as Rare Stroke

A UK baby's missed developmental milestones were actually a rare stroke. This is the story of his parents' fight for a diagnosis and his incredible recovery against the odds.

Boy's blurry vision reveals rare brain tumour

A six-year-old boy's routine eye test uncovered a life-threatening brain tumour. His parents share their harrowing story to urge other families not to overlook vision changes in children.

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