Fit kids

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.

From its humble beginnings in 2006 based on the simple idea that putting people together can help with those feelings of helplessness and anguish, Cancer Buddies Network has recently welcomed its 3000th member. Every day a new person joins the website and finds someone with whom they can share their experience.

New campaign: Chlamydia, Worth Talking About urges parents to encourage their teens to say "yes" to chlamydia tests

Scope has launched a new free guide: Cerebral Palsy: Information, advice and support for parents during the early years.

Ed Balls urges parents to talk to their children about the risks associated with drinking alcohol and follow the five point alcohol guidance from the Chief Medical Officer.