National and International News
Barefoot in the park?
Many of us suffer from foot problems. The answer may be to ditch our shoes
The Times 17/06/03
Bone op first claimed by surgeons
Doctors have fitted an artificial collar bone to a patient in what they claim is the first operation of its kind
BBC Health News 17/06/03
A brief fit for a minister
Margaret Hodge will be perfect in the new role of children's champion, says Will Woodward
The Guardian 17/06/03
Burns victim leads scalding drive
A woman who was badly scalded as a child is leading a major campaign to cut the number of injuries caused by boiling water.
BBC Health News 17/06/03
Can a bad diet cause ulcers?
My 11-year-old son has recurring mouth ulcers. I try to make sure he gets a balanced diet but the only vegetables he will eat are broccoli, potatoes, parsnips and, occasionally, bean sprouts. Can you tell me if diet is important in fighting this problem and what I should feed him to help?
The Times 17/06/03
Child anorexia 'needs action'
Greater attention should be paid to eating disorders like anorexia and bulimia among children, the charity ChildLine has said.
BBC Health News 17/06/03
Doctors to offer contraceptive patch after American success
The first contraceptive patch in Britain, which may supplant the Pill as the most popular way for women to control their fertility, will be launched this week.
The Independent 17/06/03
First success for embryo screening
A technique that could revolutionise IVF for older women has produced its first pregnancy in the UK.
BBC Health News 17/06/03
Kiwi fruit allergy danger
The number of children suffering allergic reactions to kiwi fruit has risen sharply in recent years, according to British research.
BBC Health News 17/06/03
Medical notes
Scientists have identified a gene which they believe causes bipolar disorder.
The Guardian 17/06/03
Overhaul to bring social workers into schools
Schools will employ social workers to support the neediest pupils and detect early signs of abuse in the family, under an overhaul of children's policy outlined yesterday by Charles Clarke, the education secretary.
The Guardian 17/06/03
Picture phones save doctors time
Doctors at a Welsh hospital are leading the way in using modern technology to help speed up a patient's treatment.
BBC HEalth News 17/06/03
Q&A: children's minister
The government has created the new post of children's minister to steer through its planned child protection reforms. David Batty explains the background to the move and profiles the post's first incumbent.
The Guardian 17/06/03
The sneezing season: Why are record numbers suffering while pollen counts are lower than ever?
Flaming June is turning into sneezing June for Britain's growing legion of hay fever sufferers.
The Independent 17/06/03
Sars 'contained' say experts
The World Health Organization has announced that the Sars epidemic is being contained, but says the fight against the virus is far from over.
BBC Health News 17/06/03
Vital health trials 'face EU threat'
Clinical trials of huge importance to public health, carried out by researchers backed by public or charitable funds, could be halted by a new EU directive, scientists said yesterday.
The Guardian 17/06/03
Why some of us are early risers
Are you a lark or an owl? Are you at your best early in the morning or late at night?
BBC Health News 17/06/03
Cheshire and Mersey News
SHOCK RISE IN SEX DISEASES
PROMISCUOUS partners could be to blame for a shocking rise in bedroom sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) in Chester.
Chester Evening Leader 17/06/03
Cumbria and Lancashire News
It's time to get walking
CHILDREN could get healthier, learn about road safety and help save the environment by walking to school -- according to Blackpool Council.
Blackpool Gazette 17/06/03
Greater Manchester News
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