Toddler Dies in Barry Home Incident
Toddler dies after medical emergency at home in Barry, Wales. Air ambulance attended but child could not be saved. Police say death not suspicious.
Category : Paediatrics
Greek Children Face Obesity and Malnutrition Crisis as Mediterranean Diet Fades
WHO data shows southern European children abandoning Mediterranean diet, leading to obesity rates over 40% in Cyprus, Greece, Spain, Italy.
Pioneering Trial Repurposes Old Antibiotics to Fight Newborn Sepsis
Clinical trial in eight countries tests old antibiotics to treat newborn sepsis, aiming to combat antimicrobial resistance.
Pediatricians warn four parenting mistakes could shorten children's lives
Paediatricians identify four common parenting mistakes that could shorten children's lives: forward-facing car seats, missed vaccines, social media overuse, and ultra-processed foods.
Binky Felstead's Baby Son Wolfie Hospitalised After Severe Allergic Reaction to Sesame
Binky Felstead shares update after baby Wolfie's anaphylactic shock from sesame in hummus; thanks NHS and paramedics.
Boy's limp was spinal tuberculosis, not attention-seeking, mother says
A mother from Coventry says doctors dismissed her son's limp as attention-seeking, but it was actually spinal tuberculosis, a rare infection requiring surgery.
Nine-year-old girl critically injured in Halifax hit-and-run
A nine-year-old girl is critically injured after being hit by a car on a pedestrian crossing in Halifax. A 53-year-old man has been arrested.
Two toddlers get stuck in same claw machine weeks apart
Two toddlers became trapped inside the same claw machine in Missouri, weeks apart. One needed firefighter rescue; the other climbed out.
Former CBBC Star Dave Benson Phillips Recalls Being Left Unable to Walk by Diabetes Battle
Former CBBC star Dave Benson Phillips recalls losing ability to walk due to type 2 diabetes and being targeted by online trolls.
‘Forever chemicals’ linked to childhood leukaemia, US study finds
New research links early exposure to PFAS 'forever chemicals' with increased risk of childhood leukaemia, highlighting ongoing UK concerns over their use.
Melania Trump launches AI contest for US schoolchildren
Melania Trump launches national AI contest for US schoolchildren in grades K-12, encouraging teamwork to address community issues.
UK to Evacuate Critically Injured Gaza Children for NHS Care
UK government to evacuate critically injured Gaza children for NHS care, following private charity scheme and political pressure.
Baby With Rare Heart Condition Saved by NHS Funding for US Surgery
NHS agrees to fund US surgery for baby Oliver Cameron with rare cardiac fibroma, after parents' relief and public support.
Children's Quiz Sparks Curiosity: Salt, Ice and Bubble Science Explained
A children's quiz explores why salt makes ice less slippery and bubbles pop, part of Molly Oldfield's 'Everything Under the Sun' series.
Vaping May Cause Irreversible Harm To Children, Doctors Warn
Doctors warn vaping may cause irreversible harm to children's health, with concerns over nicotine addiction, brain development, and long-term cardiovascular risks.
Toddler Niayah Crack Loses Battle with Rare Neuroblastoma
Two-year-old Niayah Crack from Coventry has died after a year-long battle with neuroblastoma, a rare cancer affecting fewer than 100 children annually in the UK.
Psychologist warns parents making 'key mistake' when introducing toddler to new baby
Psychologist Dr Becky advises parents to keep newborn out of sight when toddler first meets sibling to avoid making them feel like an outsider.
Mother issues urgent plea for stem cell donors to save sons with rare disorder
Mother of two boys with rare genetic disorder Wiskott-Aldrich Syndrome appeals for stem cell donors.
Jesy Nelson's Daughter Says First Word After Rare Diagnosis
Jesy Nelson's daughter Story says first word 'Muma' after SMA1 diagnosis; singer campaigns for newborn testing.
UK Parents Warned as Six Children Die from Strep A Infections
UK Health Security Agency issues rare alert after six children die from Strep A; parents urged to watch for symptoms and seek medical help.
Parental intuition outperforms vital signs in detecting child illness, study finds
Study finds parental concern predicts child critical illness better than vital signs, reinforcing Martha's rule for second opinions in NHS.
'Remarkable' baby boy home for Christmas after 500 days in hospital
Baby Bertie Melly, born at 24 weeks, returns home after 547 days in hospital, spending his first Christmas with family.
Coping with Grief at Christmas: Readers Share Their Stories of Loss
Readers recount their experiences of bereavement during the festive season, from losing a mother to a husband and a son.
Toddler Severely Burned by Spilled Coffee Prompts Safety Warning
Toddler Arthur suffered severe burns from hot coffee; mother Laura Jakes warns other parents. NHS data shows 35,000 children treated for burns in five years.
Baby's Toe Nearly Lost After Hair Trapped in Sock Causes Tourniquet Syndrome
Edinburgh mum warns of Tourniquet Syndrome after her baby's hair-wrapped toes nearly required amputation.
Seven-Year-Old Dies from Sepsis After Developing Strep A Infection
A seven-year-old girl died from invasive strep A sepsis after initially presenting with mild cold symptoms. Her mother shares her story.
Parental instinct 'better than vital signs' at spotting child illness, study finds
Study of 190,000 hospital visits finds parental concern predicts critical illness in children better than vital signs, backing Martha's rule for second opinions.
Fourth child dies from Strep A infection in UK hospital
A fourth child has died from Strep A in the UK, prompting health officials to urge parents to watch for severe symptoms like high fever and severe muscle aches.
Peanut Allergy Risk Slashed by Early Exposure, Study Finds
Study: early peanut exposure cuts allergy risk by over 80% in high-risk babies. King's College London research may change dietary guidelines.
Widened Brain Arteries May Cause Thousands Of Uk Strokes
Study finds lacunar strokes in 35,000 UK patients linked to widened brain arteries, not blockages, explaining poor response to blood thinners.
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