Children aged nine months to 10 years can receive free measles and rubella vaccinations nationwide, with no documents required, as Egypt seeks to maintain high immunisation coverage. Egypt has launched a nationwide vaccination drive against measles and rubella, with the…
Respectful language, better timing and a willingness to apologise can help stepdads turn recurring household conflict into stronger relationships and greater trust. Resolving tensions in a blended family is less about avoiding disagreement than about handling it well. As the…
As written exams begin, headspace Dubbo is urging students and families to focus on connection, perspective and support through the uncertainty of results and life after school. As October Mental Health Month draws to a close, Dubbo students are sitting…
Renan Santana spends days building trust with autistic children who find ordinary haircuts overwhelming, helping families reclaim an everyday routine. For Renan Santana, a haircut for a child on the autism spectrum is rarely just a haircut. It can take…
New limits on salt, sugar and fat in packaged food are being introduced alongside school-based prevention and personalised weight-management programmes as data shows high levels of unhealthy consumption across the UAE. The United Arab Emirates has stepped up its campaign…
Dietitians say a varied diet rich in protein, fibre, fruit and vegetables is more valuable for immune health than relying on vitamin C, supplements or so-called superfoods. As colder weather sets in, the advice from dietitians and public health experts…
Health officials are preparing catch-up jabs for children under nine after repeated poliovirus detections in London wastewater renewed fears of silent transmission. Health officials in London are preparing a large catch-up vaccination drive after poliovirus was repeatedly detected in the…
A review of 19 studies involving nearly 16 million people found higher rates of suicide, injury and natural-cause deaths among those with ADHD, while early evidence suggested medication may lower the risk. A large review of research has found that…
Police in St. Marys are urging families to secure medicines and discuss the potentially fatal risks of social media dares after a middle school student was taken to hospital. A middle school student in St. Marys, Georgia, was taken to…
Persistent handwriting difficulties, slow written work and exhaustion can signal more than reluctance. Screening may help parents identify patterns, but professional assessment is needed before support is put in place. Some children resist writing from time to time, and that…
