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

. While raised blood pressure is unlikely to be a health threat in itself in otherwise healthy children, it’s a sign that the heart is already enlarged and beginning to strain at the damage going on in the blood vessels. The research also found cholesterol levels