Category : Child Health


Nursery Worker Admits 26 Child Sex Offences

Vincent Chan, 45, pleaded guilty to sexually assaulting toddlers at a London nursery and possessing indecent images. An investigation into safeguarding failures continues.

Boy saves himself from electrocution in bed

An eight-year-old boy suffered severe burns after his chain necklace became caught in a phone charger while he slept. His quick thinking saved his life. Read his mother's urgent safety warning.

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

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