Teen's lung removed after years of heavy vaping
A 17-year-old's lung collapsed multiple times due to vaping. Doctors removed the damaged organ and gave it to him as a stark warning. Read his shocking story.
Category : Child Health
Best Christmas Gifts for 5-Year-Olds 2025
Discover 12 road-tested Christmas gifts for five-year-olds that boost creativity and confidence. Expert-approved toys they'll play with daily from our UK testing.
UK Social Media Ban: A Parent's Guide
Expert advice for UK parents on navigating the emotional and practical challenges of the new social media ban for children under 16. Learn how to support your teen.
Children's Quiz: Elephant Brains & Spiky Cacti
Test your knowledge with this fun kids' quiz featuring five brainteasers set by children. Discover fascinating facts and learn how to submit your own questions for future quizzes.
AI Teddy Bear Explicit Chat Sparks Toy Safety Fears
As Black Friday approaches, experts warn parents against AI toys after a smart bear discussed kink and bondage. Learn why the £16.7bn market faces calls for urgent regulation.
Top 30 Gift Ideas for Under-5s in the UK
Discover the ultimate gift guide for children under five, featuring toys that develop motor skills, creativity and imagination. Perfect for Christmas and birthdays.
RSV virus warning for young children in the UK
A common winter virus, RSV, poses a serious risk to babies and young children, causing bronchiolitis. Learn the symptoms and when to seek NHS emergency care.
Child Health in England Declining for 15 Years
A major report reveals child health in England has deteriorated for 15 years, with widening inequalities. Experts call for urgent action to address this national failure. #ChildHealth #HealthInequality
Boy, 8, dies after breaking his arm at school
Matthew Breen, 8, from County Wicklow, passed away after complications arose following a broken arm. A fundraiser has been launched to support his grieving family.
Parent WhatsApp Groups: The Modern Parenting Hell
Discover why parent WhatsApp groups have become a relentless source of stress for UK families and learn how to reclaim your peace. Read the full story now.
2000+ vulnerable children missing from UK council care
Shocking FOI data reveals more than 2,000 trafficked and lone child asylum seekers disappeared from UK council care last year. Charities demand urgent safeguarding reforms.
Girl, 14, starved to 35lbs by obese family in lockdown
A 14-year-old girl weighed just 35lbs after being starved and locked in her bedroom for years by her family in Wisconsin. Police have arrested four people on child neglect charges.
How to prevent criminalisation of children in care
New analysis reveals stable foster placements and educational achievement are crucial for diverting looked-after children from crime. Discover the evidence-based solutions for better outcomes.
Pam Zinkin, paediatrician who saved thousands, dies at 94
Celebrating the life of Dr Pam Zinkin, a pioneering paediatrician who revolutionised child healthcare in Mozambique and championed the NHS. Discover her incredible legacy.
Urgent flu warning as new strain hits children
Doctors issue an urgent warning as a dangerous new flu strain is hospitalising previously healthy children. Parents urged to get the nasal spray vaccine ahead of a predicted severe winter.
Parents told to watch for two baby heart defect signs
A London couple's newborn had congenital heart disease. Discover the two symptoms doctors said to watch for and their family's journey through open heart surgery and recovery.
Asbestos in play sand forces school closures
Multiple schools close as coloured play sand is recalled in New Zealand and Australia due to asbestos contamination. Parents urged to check products and follow safety guidelines.
Experts slam 'dystopian' skincare for young children
Leading dermatologists criticise the growing trend of celebrity-led skincare products aimed at toddlers and young children, warning they offer no real benefits and could harm sensitive skin.
Two-year-old boy dies in 20-floor fall from window
A two-year-old boy has died after falling from the twentieth floor of a Newark apartment block. The tragic accident has sparked urgent calls for improved window safety in high-rise buildings.
Gina Ford's parenting advice sparks fierce debate
Parenting guru Gina Ford warns prioritising children over partners risks relationships. Writer Polly Hudson passionately disagrees, arguing parental love naturally puts kids first. Read the compelling debate.
Boy, 2, strangled by jacket drawstring at nursery
Two-year-old Leanardo Ricci died after his jacket drawstring caught on a tree branch while playing outside at his nursery in Bibbiena, Italy. Emergency services pronounced him dead at the scene.
Nutritionist's Top Healthy Snacks For Kids
Discover 7 nutritionist-approved snacks that balance convenience and health. Get expert tips on protein, fibre and fat for growing children's lunchboxes.
TikTok video reveals baby's rare terminal illness
A mother's life was turned upside down after a TikTok video led to her daughter's diagnosis with Sanfilippo syndrome, a rare terminal condition known as 'childhood Alzheimer's'. The family now races against time to raise £4.56 million for treatment.
Child high blood pressure rates double since 2000
A new study reveals high blood pressure in children has nearly doubled since 2000, now affecting 6.2% of under-19s. Experts call for urgent government action on childhood obesity.
Safeguarding Failures Led to Sara Sharif's Murder
Damning review reveals multiple agency failures left Sara Sharif unprotected from abuse and torture before her murder. Read the full investigation findings.
Report: System failed murdered Sara Sharif
A damning review finds 10-year-old Sara Sharif was failed by multiple agencies before her murder. Read the shocking findings and recommendations for change.
Child blood pressure crisis as obesity rates soar
Global study reveals childhood hypertension rates have nearly doubled since 2000, with obesity identified as primary driver. Experts warn of lifelong health consequences.
Peanut allergies plummet 40% after new infant guidelines
Groundbreaking research reveals early peanut introduction slashes allergy rates by over 40% in children. Discover how parents can safely introduce allergens.
UK Parents Lack Time to Cook With Children
New research reveals 70% of UK parents don't cook with kids due to time constraints and mess fears. Discover how to build kitchen confidence and family bonds.
Children's Commissioner: Close Young Offender Institutions
Dame Rachel de Souza warns England has retreated from its moral duty to children in custody. Hundreds are being locked up unnecessarily due to failing support systems.
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