Children suffered 'grievous harm' in pandemic care disruption
Shocking inquiry finds vulnerable children faced catastrophic consequences when Covid-19 restrictions severed access to essential healthcare and support systems across the UK.
Category : Pediatrics
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.
Toddler, 2, loses brave cancer battle after fundraising
The heartbroken family of two-year-old Albie Marriott pay tribute to their 'cheeky, happy' boy after he dies from a rare and aggressive cancer, following a public campaign to fund specialist treatment.
Student's Meningitis Death Sparks Family's Urgent Warning
The heartbroken family of a first-year university student who died from meningitis issues a vital warning to all students and parents about the deadly signs to watch for.
Lawsuit after boy, 4, dies in hyperbaric chamber explosion
A Florida family is suing after their four-year-old son died in a catastrophic hyperbaric oxygen therapy chamber explosion. The lawsuit alleges negligence and faulty equipment.
Toddler rescued from squalid, rat-infested storage unit
A shocking case of child neglect unfolds in Oklahoma as a two-year-old girl is discovered living in a squalid, rat-infested storage unit. Authorities reveal disturbing details of her living conditions.
Tylenol-Autism Link Confirmed: £1.5BN Compensation Ordered
Groundbreaking US court ruling forces Tylenol manufacturers to pay £1.5 billion in compensation after scientific evidence confirms prenatal painkiller use increases autism risk by 20%.
Sarah Parish on trauma of losing baby daughter
Actress Sarah Parish and husband James Murray open up for the first time about the devastating loss of their eight-month-old daughter, Ella-Jayne, and their journey through grief.
Teen cancer survivor dies from sepsis after flu symptoms
In a heartbreaking turn of events, 18-year-old Amaan Iqbal Ali, who had recently beaten cancer, died from sepsis after initially showing what appeared to be flu symptoms. His family is now raising awareness about the dangers of sepsis.
Fruit for Babies Could Slash Future Allergy Risk
New research from the University of Southampton suggests feeding fruit to infants within their first year could dramatically reduce the risk of developing food allergies later in life.
Urgent NHS 111 warning over 4 signs in your child's rash
Parents are being urged to call 111 immediately if they spot these specific signs in a child's rash, as they could indicate a serious invasive Strep A infection. Learn the critical symptoms that demand urgent action.
Mum spots hidden warning sign in baby's nappy, saves life
A UK mother's vigilance led to a life-saving diagnosis after she noticed a subtle but critical warning sign in her newborn's nappy. Her story is a crucial lesson for all parents.
Teen's decade-long battle with agonising sickle cell disease
Exclusive: A teenager's life has been defined by unimaginable pain and hospital isolation due to the cruel genetic condition sickle cell disease, robbing her of a normal childhood and future dreams.
UK Evacuates Critically Injured Gaza Children for NHS Care
In a landmark humanitarian effort, the UK government has granted emergency visas for dozens of severely wounded Palestinian children from Gaza to receive life-saving treatment in British NHS hospitals, offering a glimmer of hope amidst the ongoing conflic
Mother's BBC Breakfast agony over toddler's sepsis death
A grieving mother's emotional BBC interview reveals her 19-month-old son died from sepsis after doctors repeatedly sent him home. The harrowing story exposes critical NHS failings.
4-Year-Old's Incredible Act Saves Baby Brother's Life
A heroic preschooler from the UK becomes a lifesaving donor for her baby brother after a rare medical emergency. Their incredible story of bravery and family love will inspire you.
British boy, 4, dies in sleepwalking balcony fall in Spain
A British family is mourning the tragic loss of their four-year-old son who fell from a fifth-floor balcony while sleepwalking during a holiday in Spain. The incident occurred in the early hours of the morning in the Costa Blanca resort town of Benidorm.
Toddler dies after swallowing button battery in UK
A two-year-old boy has tragically died in the UK after swallowing a button battery, prompting a major safety alert from authorities and heartbroken parents.
Barber spots cancer sign on boy's head, saves his life
A quick-thinking barber in the UK is being hailed a hero after spotting a sinister sign on a young boy's head during a routine haircut, leading to an urgent medical diagnosis that saved his life.
NSW Fights Lead Mine Near School as Child Protection Fails
Furious residents of rural NSW are fighting a proposed lead mine mere metres from a local primary school. The clash comes as a damning new report reveals Australia's systemic failure to protect children from environmental health hazards, with experts warn
Mum's quick thinking saves choking toddler in Tesco
A quick-thinking mother's first aid training proved vital as she saved a two-year-old girl from choking in a Tesco supermarket. The dramatic rescue unfolded in front of stunned shoppers.
Urgent Hepatitis B Warning for NY Medical Patients
Health officials issue urgent hepatitis B alert after a New York medical clinic's infection control failure potentially exposed thousands of patients to the virus through unsafe injection practices.
Weight-loss jabs transform child obesity treatment
Groundbreaking NHS research reveals obesity injections like Wegovy are dramatically more effective than lifestyle changes alone for teenagers, offering new hope in the childhood obesity crisis.
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.
Texas Mom Dies From Brain Haemorrhage After Catching Flu
A healthy Texas mother-of-three, Witten Daniel, tragically died from a brain haemorrhage after a common flu virus aggravated a previously undetected brain condition known as a cavernoma. Her family shares their heartbreaking story to raise awareness.
Injured Palestinian children arrive in UK for treatment
A landmark UK medical evacuation mission brings critically injured children from Gaza to British hospitals for life-saving treatment, supported by the government and charities.
Parents raise £100k for son's US cancer treatment
The parents of a young boy battling a rare and aggressive cancer have raised over £100,000 to fund pioneering treatment in the United States, in a desperate race against time to save his life.
Charlie Puth's Tribute to Cancer Hero Fan Tyler Robinson
Pop star Charlie Puth shares emotional tribute to young fan Tyler Robinson, whose battle with rare cancer inspired a global fundraising movement through the TRF Foundation.
Toddler's agonising 'hot tub rash' from soft play ball pit
A UK mother issues an urgent warning to parents after her toddler developed a severe Pseudomonas infection from a soft play centre ball pit, describing it as 'like something out of a horror movie'.
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