Fit kids

Staring at a screen all day could actually cause some health problems, according to eye experts. Research from the College of Optometrists reveals that over half of Brits now spend nearly 50 hours a week staring at a computer screen and a high number of workers are experiencing eye problems as a result. We  publish their top tips which we should also pass on to our children.

Before you go shopping for new school bags and shoes, think about the effect on your children's health, says consultant osteopath Danny Williams

With an estimated three million overweight and obese children in the UK, MEND and the National Obesity Forum have joined forces to raise awareness of the crisis damaging chidlren's health and quality of life during National Childhood Obesity Week. Anne Coates offers a few top tips to help your child keep fit.

New to the UK, the Sivercare range of toothbrushes addresses the problem of germs left on a conventional toothbrush after use. Nine year-old Joe explained to his mother, Louise Pollard, why he liked using the toothbrush.

For thousands of children and young people who dread summer sleepovers and holidays because they wet the bed, help is at hand this year thanks to a new awareness-raising campaign. ERIC, the UK charity that supports families with childhood continence problems, launches its "Banish the Wee Horror" campaign.

Leading eye specialist, Bhavin Shah of Central Vision, warns parents of the damaging effects of the sun on children's eyes.

June is Osteoporosis Awareness month and new research shows that women (and men) are putting their health at risk by not having enough calcium in their diet.

Exam season is on its way and the pressure is on. Your teenager has worked hard all year and you are eager for them to do the very best they can. But this is made infinitely more difficult for those who suffer with the onset of the hay fever season. Dr Mike Smith gives his tips for hay fever sufferers taking exams.

Q&A with Professor David Salisbury, Director of Immunisation at the Department of Health.

Professor David Salisbury, Director of Immunisation at the Department of Health answers questions about mumps and the MMR vaccine.

The College of Optometrists has the following advice in response to popular misconceptions about eye health.

Professor David Salisbury, Director of Immunisation at the Department of Health, answers questions about the MMR vaccination and measles.

Professor David Salisbury, Director of Immunisation at the Department of Health, explains when your baby should have the MMR vaccination against mumps, measles and rubella, what, if any, side effects to expect and what to do if your child has a reaction.

For girls aged 12 to 18 who began the HPV vaccination programme in autumn 2009, the third and final jab is due spring 2010. See what you need to know about cervical cancer and HPV – the facts and figures.

The national charity, STEPS, is hoping their Baby Hip Health Week  13 to 19 March 2010 will help raise awareness amongst parents and health professionals of the vital need to check babies' hips during the first few weeks of life to prevent unnecessary pain and disability in later years – and they are asking you to help raise funds by hosting a tea party.

Britain’s Got Talent winners Diversity are joining forces with the Department of Health to launch a government campaign to get kids across the country boogying for a healthier future.

While new research shows more than nine out of ten people say eating too much salt can damage your health, a positive sign that events like Salt Awareness Week are working, many of us are not cutting our salt intake and this can lead to serious health conditions, says Graham Macgregor, Chairman of Consensus Action on Salt and Health (CASH) and Professor of Cardiovascular Medicine.

New research published by the British Medical Journal, found that more than 20 new cases of children with rickets are discovered every year in Newcastle (Tyne & Wear) alone. Lifestyle changes mean that more and more children are spending less time in natural light and sunshine and therefore may be lacking in vitamin D. Professor Amanda Kirby says this means that some children may need extra supplements.