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Health: Library - 22 November 2007
Eczema and dermatitis are common skin conditions, caused by an allergic reaction or by irritating chemicals. The skin gets red, swollen or blistered, and intensely itchy.
Health: Library - 16 April 2007
Autism is a developmental disability that affects how someone communicates, behaves and relates to people around them.
Health: Library - 29 May 2003
Sudden infant death syndrome, or SIDS, is the most frequent cause of death of babies between the ages of one month and one year. SIDS strikes at random, and the causes are unknown. But there are some things you can do to lower the risk.
Health: Library - 22 May 2003
Take a look at the facts about immunisation and try to make sense of the vaccination debate.
Health: Library - 24 April 2003
Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, or ADHD, is one of the most controversial topics in kid's health today. There is disagreement on how the disorder's definition is applied to individuals, and some people are concerned about the treatments prescribed for it.
Health: Library - 27 March 2003
Glue ear is a build-up of gunk inside the middle ear cavity. It's the most likely reason that children under five will end up on the operating table, often unnecessarily.
Health: The Pulse - 12 August 2010
Sleep problems in kids don't just drive parents batty, they also affect children's health and development. What can be done?
Health: The Pulse - 20 May 2010
Parents can help their children to lose weight by introducing three simple family routines, researchers say.
Health: Quizzes - 13 May 2010
Head lice might not be considered a life-threatening health condition, but they can make you very miserable. What do you know about these pesky little critters?
Health: The Pulse - 06 May 2010
Many of the household plastic items we use contain toxic chemicals. But do you need to throw out all your plastic containers or reusable water bottles?
Health: Talking Health - 13 April 2010
It's a common warning: don't read in the dark or you'll damage your eyes. But will reading in dim light really cause you long-term harm?
Health: The Pulse - 28 January 2010
Taking a dip in a pool is a great way to beat the summer heat, but for some of us the pool contains a toxic cocktail.
Health: Your Stories - 28 January 2010
Having a baby changes you forever. But what happens when that baby is stillborn? Melinda Hickin shares her story.
Health: Your Stories - 17 December 2009
When his young son caught dengue haemorrhagic fever while visiting family in downtown Saigon, John Horner had to dust off his schoolboy French.
Health: The Pulse - 10 December 2009
Motion sickness is one aspect of holidays that you can do without, especially for younger travellers. But there are some things you can do to make your journey more pleasant.
Health: Features - 18 November 2009
Most of us struggle with the transition to adulthood, but for people on the autism spectrum this period presents unique challenges.
Health: Your Stories - 29 October 2009
Lucy Kyriacou is an angel, and not just because of her bright and shiny personality.
Health: The Pulse - 15 October 2009
New diagnostic techniques and early intervention programs are improving the prospects for children with autism.
Health: Talking Health - 25 August 2009
Can nose picking give you worms?
Health: Talking Health - 13 August 2009
Should all kids with flat feet be treated?
Health: The Pulse - 06 August 2009
Most parents have waged epic battles with their kids over eating vegies. But if they don't clean their plate of the last brussels sprout, does it really matter?
Health: Your Stories - 30 July 2009
Maree Baker tells how she and her family were confined to their home for 10 days when they recently had swine flu.
Health: The Pulse - 09 July 2009
Ensuring boys know how to look after their physical and mental wellbeing is an important step towards improving men's health in the long term.
Health: Healthy Living - 07 July 2009
Do kids with asthma or allergy problems need to avoid having pets? In most cases, no.
Health: Your Stories - 06 May 2009
John Hams* always suspected his daughter was different to most other children, but it was many years before he discovered what was wrong.
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