Everyone looks forward to a relaxing family holiday but it’s also important to be prepared for emergencies. We spoke to Dr. Laurence Gerlis and put together five health tips to help you stay safe while you’re away from home: HEALTH TIPS1. Plan ahead

– children starting school can catch anything up to 12 colds a year. “A good diet, and plenty of sleep and exercise will boost your child’s defence system and provide some protection,” says Professor Ron Eccles, director of the Common Cold Research Centre

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

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

by the British Paediatric Surveillance Unit (BPSU), around four children in every 100,000 are currently treated for an eating disorder, including anorexia, bulimia and binge eating. The researchers of the study entitled Early Onset Eating Disorders asked 2

processed with high levels of salt, sugar and saturated fat. Not only is that bad for your children’s health, it’s also guaranteed to cause a mid-afternoon slump that’ll have them struggling to concentrate on their lessons.Making your own lunch gives you

CornwallAround TreravenGroup: Camel District (Wadebridge)
 Date: Sunday 15 May 2011
 Start gridref: SW 995 719
 Nearest town: Wadebridge
 Start time: 10:30am
 Grade: Leisurely Distance: 5 miles
 Longer description: Alison Vaughan from the Gaia

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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

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