children Archives - Page 2 of 15

Study reveals breastfeeding could protect babies from malaria

Jan 7, 2020

In a world first, researchers from The University of Western Australia have taken the first step towards understanding whether it may be possible for breastfeeding mothers to naturally vaccinate their…

E-cigarette liquids are deadly for kids

Nov 26, 2019

The Victorian Government has launched a new campaign to raise awareness of the risks associated with e-liquids after alarming information revealed the product is becoming more deadly. (more…)

Dentists deliver shocking surprise to sugar lovers

Oct 30, 2019

Scoff all your sweets at once this Halloween to slash the risk of harming those fangs, the Australian Dental Association urges the nation’s sweetie-chompers. (more…)

Wash Your Hands! The Wiggles & Unicef Australia release a 'Handwashing Song' & video to celebrate #GlobalHandwashingDay !

Oct 15, 2019

The Wiggles and UNICEF Australia have released a new song, ‘Handwashing Song’, and accompanying video to teach children how to wash their hands. (more…)

Mental health major issue for young

Oct 4, 2019

Mental Health Month (October 2019) is a compelling time to raise awareness around the number of mental health related issues reported to Kids Helpline said yourtown Chief Executive Officer Tracy…

Raft of measures needed to tackle teens' sizeable sugar intake

Sep 25, 2019

With teenage dental decay an increasing problem, the Australian Dental Association (ADA) is backing Cancer Council calls to tackle the problem with a range of measures including a tax on…

Coconut oil an immune boost for preterm newborns

Aug 26, 2019

Coconut oil has been transforming the health and skin condition of preterm babies in Western Australia recently, and new research has revealed why. (more…)

Tips for giving medicine to children safely: don't mix with juice or bake in a cupcake

Aug 9, 2019

A new set of three short videos from NPS MedicineWise and the Sydney Children’s Hospitals Network gives practical tips for parents and carers giving medicine to children this winter cold…

Dads’ presence vital for sick and premmie bubs

Aug 1, 2019

They might feel out of place at times but the presence of dads in neonatal units is key to helping our most vulnerable babies thrive. (more…)