children's health

Measles Warning Issued As Cases Of Infectious Illness Climbing In Kids

Dr Vanessa Saliba, consultant epidemiologist at UKHSA, said it is “very concerning” to see cases of measles starting to pick up this year.
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This Symptom Might Flag Your Child Has The New Arcturus Covid Strain

Dr Semiya Aziz, a GP based in London, tells HuffPost UK she has witnessed a recent increase in children presenting with it.
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Pollen Triggered This Eight-Year-Old's Asthma Attacks – They're So Severe His Mum Had To Quit Work

“Wilf has always suffered from terrible hay fever, but four years ago he became incredibly unwell."
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These Are The Key Signs Your Baby Or Toddler Has A Cow's Milk Allergy

Would you know the symptoms to look out for?
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Can A Parent Of A Child With Chickenpox Pass It On? We Asked Health Experts

Has chickenpox found its way into your household? Here's what you need to know.
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Toddler With Rare Disorder Saved After £2.8 Million Treatment, But Parents Share 'Heartbreak' For Older Sister

Thanks to a pioneering treatment, Teddi is on the road to recovery. But the devastating disease has progressed too far for big sister, Nala.
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'Covered In A Rash And Whites Of Eyes Went Red': When Your Baby Has Kawasaki Disease

The number of children treated for Kawasaki disease has doubled. It can be treated with blood plasma – but there's nowhere near enough being donated.
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The Most Common Symptoms Of The XBB Covid Variant In Children

If you have a sick kid at home, pay attention to these.
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Why Face Masks And Staying Home Could Be Back For Winter

Health experts are urging some familiar public health precautions as seasonal illnesses spread.
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Got A Sick Child? This Is When You Can (And Can't) Send Them To School

The UK's chief medical adviser has urged parents to keep "unwell" children at home.
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