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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.

  • Developmental dysplasia of the hip

    Developmental dysplasia of the hip is a condition where the ball and socket joint of the hips does not properly form in babies and young children.

  • Braces and orthodontics

    Find out about braces and orthodontics, including how much they cost on the NHS or privately, and how to care for your teeth while wearing braces.

  • Malnutrition – Treatment

    Find out about treatments for malnutrition, including dietary changes and supplements, feeding tubes, and care and support services. Also, read about treating malnutrition in children.

  • Androgen insensitivity syndrome - Living with

    Find out how, with the appropriate care and support, people with androgen insensitivity syndrome (AIS) can lead full and satisfying lives.

  • Joint hypermobility syndrome

    Joint hypermobility syndrome is where you get pain and stiffness from having very flexible joints. Read more about how it's diagnosed and managed.

  • Spina bifida - Treatment

    Read about the different treatments for spina bifida. Treatments will aim to address the particular problems and needs of the individual.

  • Healthy weight

    Information and advice for adults and children about healthy weight, including how to find out if you’re a healthy weight.

  • Stop smoking in pregnancy

    Find out why you should stop smoking in pregnancy, and how smoking can harm your unborn baby. Plus where to go for support to help you quit.

  • How to help your child gain weight

    Children need the right amount of calories to help support growth. If your child is underweight there are things you can do to help them gain weight.