Scientists Suggest Asking Babies for Consent During Nappy Changes
Australian researchers suggest using nappy changes to teach babies consent, sparking debate on practicality.
Category : Paediatrics
Aaron Chalmers' Ex Says It's 'Worst Week of Her Life' as Son Oakley Fights Sepsis
Aaron Chalmers' ex Talia Oatway says it's the 'worst week of her life' as son Oakley, who has Apert Syndrome, fights sepsis after surgery.
Meningitis Outbreak Kills Two Young People in Kent, 11 Hospitalised
Meningitis outbreak in Kent kills two young people, 11 hospitalised. UKHSA alerts 30,000 students. Outbreak linked to social event. Campaigners urge MenB vaccine for young adults.
Premature Baby Home After 547 Days In Hospital
Bertie Melly, born at 24 weeks, spent 547 days in hospital with bowel condition, now home for Christmas.
Christmas Tragedy: Two-Year-Old Girl Drowns in Bucket at Home in Brazil
Two-year-old girl drowns in a bucket of water at her home in Brazil on Christmas Eve, despite rescue attempts.
Pharmacist Warns Antidepressant Users About Heat Risks
Pharmacist warns UK antidepressant users about heat risks as temperatures hit 35°C, citing SSRIs and TCAs that impair sweating and temperature regulation.
Spanish Man Seriously Burned Escaping Wildfire in Zamora
Spanish man seriously burned escaping wildfire in Zamora; three critically injured, thousands evacuated as blazes rage.
Toddler's Mouth Sealed Shut After Drain Cleaner Accident
Two-year-old boy drank drain cleaner at supermarket, suffered severe burns, now needs tracheostomy and feeding tube; damages awarded.
Father Blames Pret a Manger for Daughter's Fatal Allergic Reaction on Flight
Father of teen who died after allergic reaction on flight blames Pret a Manger for failing to list sesame allergens on baguette.
Kate Says Parenting During Lockdown Is 'Exhausting'
Duchess of Cambridge says parenting during lockdown is exhausting, shares struggles with home schooling and haircuts.
Mother of Toddler Who Died After Swallowing Button Battery Urges Parents to Speak Up
Mother of toddler who died after swallowing button battery urges parents to speak up after inquest finds hospital care reasonable.
A&E Visit Reveals Quadruplet Pregnancy for Texas Mum
Texas mum April Fields, 25, went to A&E with stomach pain and discovered she was pregnant with quadruplets, giving birth to three boys and a girl.
Three-Year-Old Chess Prodigy Becomes Youngest to Earn Official Rating
Three-year-old Indian chess prodigy Sarwagya Singh Kushwaha becomes youngest to earn official Fide rating, beating previous record.
Toddler left paralysed after rare flu complication
Two-year-old Sara Lopez in Georgia is paralysed after rare flu complication transverse myelitis; mother urges vaccination.
Boy, 11, Dies Hours After Doctor Dismissed Sore Throat as 'Just a Virus'
Boy, 11, dies hours after doctor dismisses sore throat as 'just a virus'; family devastated and seeking answers.
Smartphones Before Age 12 Linked to Health Risks in Children, Study Finds
Study of over 10,000 US adolescents finds smartphones before age 12 linked to depression, obesity, and insufficient sleep.
Parents Warned of E.coli Risk at Petting Zoos This Half Term
UKHSA warns families about E.coli risk at farms and petting zoos this half term, advising on symptoms and precautions.
Disabled Boy's Disneyland Dream Holiday Ruined by Ticket Mix-Up
A disabled boy's Make-A-Wish trip to Disneyland Paris was ruined by a ticket mix-up, leaving the family trapped in the village for two days.
Child Poverty At Unbearable Levels Warn UK Doctors
Survey finds 78% of paediatricians report rise in poverty-related child illness, with calls to scrap two-child benefit limit and expand free breakfasts.
Baby sling warning as experts urge better guidance for new parents
Durham University research calls for better guidance on baby sling safety after survey reveals most parents buy online with little support.
Weir Family Joins Moody's 505-Mile MND Cycle Challenge
Kathy and Hamish Weir join Lewis Moody's 505-mile cycling challenge to raise funds for MND research, ending at Twickenham for the Premiership Rugby Final.
Cardiff: Baby Death Prompts Heart Infection Cluster Investigation
A cluster of heart infections in newborns in south Wales, resulting in one death, is under investigation by Public Health Wales.
Girl, 4, in Hospital with Rare Brain Condition After Flu
Four-year-old Sienna Dunion diagnosed with rare brain disease ANE after flu, faces years of rehab to relearn walking and talking.
Girl, 4, Dies Hours After Being Sent Home from Chesterfield Hospital
Four-year-old Gracie Foster died hours after being sent home from Chesterfield Royal Hospital when her tonsillectomy was cancelled, an inquest heard.
Great Ormond Street Hospital Criticised in Baby P Death Report
CQC report criticises Great Ormond Street Hospital over failures in Baby P case, citing poor communication and inadequate training.
Toddler Dies After Being Left in Car During Spanish Heatwave
A two-year-old girl died of heatstroke after being left in her father's car during a heatwave in Galicia, Spain. Temperatures reached 35°C.
12-Year-Old Warns Children Never to Start Vaping After Lung Collapse
12-year-old Sarah Griffin warns children never to start vaping after lung collapse and induced coma. UK government plans to restrict youth vaping.
Teen's Death from Rare Blood Disorder Prompts Tonsillitis Warning
A 17-year-old died from a rare blood disorder after tonsillitis. Parents warned to watch for severe symptoms like pus spots and difficulty swallowing.
Friend's Observation of Toddler's Head Tilt Led to Brain Tumour Diagnosis
A friend's observation of a toddler's head tilt led to the discovery of a rare brain tumour after initial dismissal as an ear infection.
Parents Urged to Weigh School Bags as Experts Warn of Spinal Strain
Experts warn school bags should not exceed 10% of a child's weight to prevent spinal strain and long-term injury.
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