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The Royal College of Nursing (RCN) has warned 300 frontline NHS Direct staff could lose their jobs if proposals for new roster arrangements are put in place.

AUTISM CAN BE SEEN IN BABIES, RESEARCH CLAIMS

Measuring brain activity in babies as young as six months could help to determine if they will develop autism in the future, research has found.

LORDS REJECT PLANNED CSA CHARGES

The government's troubled Welfare Reform Bill has suffered another blow with the House of Lords voting against a proposal to charge single parents to use the Child Support Agency by the biggest margin since the coalition gained power.

NCT REVISES BREASTFEEDING ADVICE

The National Childbirth Trust has decided to stop actively promoting just breastfeeding as a feeding option in its ante-natal classes over fears women believe they only cater for "posh parents".

VITAMIN D ADVICE TO BE REVIEWED

Medical staff throughout England will be contacted by chief medical officer for England, Dame Sally Davies, over concerns children are not getting enough vitamin D.

Birth

PREGNANT WOMEN ISSUED ALCOHOL WARNING

Pregnant women have been warned that drinking during the seventh to 12th week of pregnancy raises the risk of their child being born with foetal alcohol syndrome.

0-6 months

ASTHMA DEATH RATES ON THE RISE

Nearly 5,000 children in the UK were admitted to intensive care with respiratory problems last year, a 67 per cent rise since 2005.

6 months-5 years

STUDY SAYS CHILDREN WITH ASD LIKELY TO HAVE CO-OCCURRING CONDITIONS

Children and adolescents with an autism spectrum disorder (ASD) are more likely to have co-occurring conditions such as developmental delay and speech problems, researchers in the US have claimed.

5-16 years inc School Health

CHILDREN SHOULD TAKE HOME SCHOOL FOOD HABITS

New guidelines from the School Food Trust for early years food and drink provision have been welcomed by leading paediatricians but with the reminder that healthy eating in school alone will not reduce obesity levels.

16+

OBESITY RISK FOR TEENAGE GIRLS

Obese teenage girls are nine times more likely to suffer from high blood pressure, and are at increased risk of heart disease and heart attack compared to their peers, a new report claims.

Nutrition

BRITAIN ADDICTED TO FAST FOOD

More than half of meals that are eaten out come from fast food outlets, new research has found.

Toddler Nutrition

NATIONAL NEWSPAPER STARTS A FOOD FIGHT!

The School Food Trust's guide on early years food and drink provision has drawn criticism from the Daily Mail who claim it's an example of "the super-nanny state".

Dermatology

STAY SAFE WHEN SEEKING SUN

New research from the University of London has proved welcome news to those jetting off to warmer climates this winter after they identified sunlight as key to stopping the spread of chickenpox.

JFHC TV

Judy More: toddler nutrition (CPHVA '11)

Editorial Feature

Have a Nice day

With the health service in a state of flux, the National Institute of Health and Clinical Excellence (NICE) wants to reassure community health professionals that they are there to offer advice and help, as well as produce in-depth guidance and quality of care documents. Jayne Rowney explains how NICE tools and principles can guide and support you through your working day

Families need a brighter future

As public sector cuts take hold, Anne Longfield argues that successful early intervention is needed more than ever to help families in crisis – and that Children’s Centres and health professionals can play a key role. With 4Children taking a lead on early years and childcare policy, her argument carries some weight

Press Releases

LITE bag

Physios brave the market place to reduce load handling

Brush-Baby: Oral Care Pathway for Young Children

Brush-Baby, the company behind the first chewable toothbrush for toddlers has developed a unique range of oral hygiene products designed to help prevent dental problems in young mouths.

Simply Pure Wash Powder

Hypoallergenic and Eco Label Accredited. Contains No perfume – No brighteners – No enzymes

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