1. Know the enemy A verruca is a wart on the sole of the foot. Caused by the human papilloma virus, verrucas are not serious, but can be quite painful.2. Prevent infection Verrucas are picked up when skin is wet, damaged, or when it comes in contact with rough surfaces. Ensure yo...

1. Keep calm Bee and wasp stings are painful but rarely harmful. It’s the shock that upsets children.2. Hold it high Raise the affected part of the body and apply an ice pack to reduce swelling. Seek medical advice if symptoms persist.3. Find

.6. If possible, do not put your child in the same shoes every day. Alternate shoes to allow them to dry out.7. Have your children’s shoes checked every six to eight weeks as their feet grow, on average, two full sizes a year until they are four

In Eastern Europe, people have visited salt caves for centuries, in the belief that inhaling salt particles helps to clear the respiratory system. Now artificial salt caves are springing up across the UK:Allergy Asthma Ltd The UK’s first artificial salt cave, this treatme...

pool is fun and will help keep your child cool. Remember to make sure the pool is in the shade at all times, and never leave children unattended.5. Cool it Reduce your child’s body temperature before bedtime with a cool bath or by gently sponging them

Ingredients1 onion, peeled and chopped2 tbsp olive oil50g (11/2oz) butter8 ripe tomatoes, peeled, deseeded, quartered Salt and pepperMethodFry the onions in the oil and butter on a lowish heat for about ten minutes until softened, stirring occasionally. Plop in all the tomatoes a...

to keep your child away from school because of illness, you should tell the school on the first day of her absence. Finally, as part of your child’s health MOT, visit your dentist and your optician. New research into children’s eye health has

and every pair of shoes. New for 2012 is Angulus's chrome free lining in children's shoes - further proof to their commitment to the health of children. Angulus from £60

't even realise he is being timed.4 In sickness and in health Young children need to be taught the link between poor hygiene habits and illness, so try to explain it to your child in simple terms, for example, when a person with a cold sneezes, the sneeze

-authors to contribute, so if you’re plucking up courage to take your children abroad for the first time, take a look. It also contains practical advice, including travel health and solo parent travel.Travel With Children costs £12.99 from www.lonelyplanet.comLook at our