Search results for childrens health
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How to care for someone with communication difficulties - Social care and support guide
Find out more about how to care for someone with communication difficulties, including information about language disorders, mutism, deafblindness, sign language and sources of help.
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Developmental co-ordination disorder (dyspraxia) in children - Treatment
Read about treating developmental co-ordination disorder (DCD). Although it can't be cured, there are ways your child can be helped to manage their problems.
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Accessible toys, play and learning - Social care and support guide
Find out more about safe and suitable toys for children with physical or learning disabilities.
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Leg and foot problems in children
Common problems affecting the legs and feet of children, including walking on tip toes, turned-in feet, knock knees and flat feet, plus advice on first shoes.
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Malnutrition – Causes
Find out what causes malnutrition. It can be caused by a long-term health condition that leads to a loss of appetite or disrupts the body's ability to digest food or absorb nutrients.
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Cerebral palsy – Diagnosis
Find out how cerebral palsy is diagnosed. Your child may have an assessment where a specialist will ask about their development and check for typical symptoms. Your child may also have brain scans and other tests.
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Newly diagnosed with autism: things to help
Information and advice to help you if you or your child have recently been diagnosed with autism.
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Keeping your baby safe in the sun
Babies and young children can become ill in very hot weather. Get NHS information on out how to prevent dehydration, heat exhaustion and heatstroke, and sunburn.
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How to keep your baby or toddler active
Learn how to keep babies and toddlers active to help them grow up fit and healthy, including tummy time, active play and swimming.
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Head injury and concussion
Read about head injuries and concussion, what symptoms to look out for, when to seek medical advice or treatment and how to care for a minor head injury.