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  • Spina bifida - Causes

    Read about the risk factors for spina bifida. The exact cause is unknown, but a lack of folic acid before and during pregnancy is a significant risk factor.

  • Prader-Willi syndrome - Management

    Find out how Prader-Willi syndrome (PWS) is managed. Although it cannot be cured, you’ll be supported by a team of healthcare professionals to help you manage the condition.

  • 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.

  • Looking after a sick child

    Read about how to look after a sick child, including dealing with minor accidents and when you should get help.

  • Anxiety disorders in children

    Read about anxiety disorders in children and teenagers, with links to other useful resources.

  • 6-in-1 vaccine

    NHS information about the 6-in-1 vaccine, including what the vaccine helps protect against, who should have it, how to get it and side effects.

  • 4-in-1 pre-school booster vaccine

    Find out about the 4-in-1 pre-school booster, including who should have it, how to get it and side effects.

  • Screening for Down's syndrome, Edwards' syndrome and Patau's syndrome

    Find out about screening for Down's, Edwards' and Patau's syndromes in pregnancy, including the nuchal translucency scan, and amniocentesis and chorionic villus sampling tests.

  • Screening tests in pregnancy

    Find out about screening tests in pregnancy. These include ultrasound scans and blood tests to try to find any health conditions that could affect you or your baby.

  • About ibuprofen for children

    NHS medicines information on ibuprofen for children – what it's used for and key facts.