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Health claims about vitamin D examined
4:05pm Tuesday 18th June 2013
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Vitamin D – it's a regular staple of health news stories. But what exactly is it? How much do we need? Are we all getting enough? Can you take too much? Behind the Headlines investigates…
holidays with children
2:19pm Tuesday 18th June 2013
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Travelling with children made easy with Netmums. All you need to know to have a great family holiday wherever you go.
Misguided claims alcohol in pregnancy helps baby
8:25am Tuesday 18th June 2013
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“A glass of wine every day in pregnancy could be good for your baby,” is the entirely incorrect headline in The Daily Telegraph today. Other newspapers reported that drinking while pregnant does ‘no harm’, these claims are also misleading...
Loss and bereavement
4:12pm Monday 17th June 2013
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Coping with bereavement is one of life's major challenges. As adults the death of someone close to us can rock the foundations that hold our lives together, leaving us feeling desperately sad, lost and abandoned. What is especially difficult is having to cope with a bereavement when you are a parent because not only do you have to deal with your own personal loss but you must also help your child through a distressing and difficult time.
Earlier breast screening in high-risk women shows 'encouraging' results
8:53am Monday 17th June 2013
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"Women with a family history of breast cancer should be screened in their thirties," says The Daily Telegraph. The news relates to an ongoing study that aims to...
Introducing a new pet into the family
2:01pm Sunday 16th June 2013
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It's important to introduce a new pet into the household with lots of care and attention, not least in households where there are yourng children. The 'settling in' period is an important time for family and pet to get to one other, and it's vital not to overlook a few basic strategies to keep everyone safe and happy.
What happens at the 6-8 week check up
12:14pm Saturday 15th June 2013
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Before she's two months old your baby will be offered a medical once-over, usually referred to as the six to eight week check, or general review. Although the vast majority of a babies will be absolutely fine, it's a vital chance to pick up a number of potential health problems that could benefit from early treatment.
Are men's sex drives to blame for the menopause?
12:37pm Friday 14th June 2013
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"'Cradle snatchers' cause menopause, says biologist," is the bizarre headline in The Guardian today. The menopause has always been a bit of an evolutionary puzzle. Evolution is about one thing only – reproducing genes. So why...
Tenofovir halves HIV risk for injecting drug users
11:57am Friday 14th June 2013
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“New AIDS prevention pill could cut infection rates in IV drug users by 50%,” the Daily Mail reports, as the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is set to approve the medication for injecting drug users…
Free family fun
8:43am Friday 14th June 2013
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Thousands of Netmums members have shared their tips for free family activities. Here are our favourite, most inspiring ideas for activities that will keep the whole family occupied... without so much as a dent in your purse.
Getting advice from your health visitor
10:25am Thursday 13th June 2013
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If you're a new mum (or about to become one) it's a good idea to be aware of the help and support that is available to you, particularly during those overwhelming first months with a new baby!
Claims angry Lego faces could upset children
10:10am Thursday 13th June 2013
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“Lego characters are getting angrier – and could be harming children's development,” reports the Daily Mail…
Childhood obesity-related hospital visits quadruple
9:19am Thursday 13th June 2013
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"Generation XXL" is the headline on the front page of Metro, as the results of a new study show that hospital admissions related to obesity in children have soared…
E-cigarettes to be regulated as medicines
1:39pm Wednesday 12th June 2013
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E-cigarettes are to be regulated as a quit-smoking aid from 2016. But are they safe, and do they work?
Link between going grey and stress uncertain
9:40am Wednesday 12th June 2013
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“If you’re worried about going grey – try to relax,” the Daily Mail advises its readers, adding, “scientists have found that too much stress really does turn our hair white”. However, the claim is simply not true…
No proof heading footballs causes brain damage
8:54am Wednesday 12th June 2013
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"Headers can damage a footballer's brain, study finds," is the worrying warning in The Daily Telegraph. Football is one of the world's biggest participation sports, so it's important to know if it has any adverse…
Trying for a baby
11:35am Tuesday 11th June 2013
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Have you decided to start trying for a baby? Or maybe you've been trying to get pregnant for a while? Becoming pregnant can be a long road for some, while others get pregnant easily. We can help guide you through your journey.
Breast cancer screening 'may not reduce deaths'
11:29am Tuesday 11th June 2013
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The findings of a study examining 39 years of breast cancer death rates have hit the headlines, with The Guardian reporting that, 'Breast cancer screening not shown to reduce deaths.' The value of breast cancer…
Health inequalities shown in early deaths
8:58am Tuesday 11th June 2013
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“North and South health divide: Chilling study reveals premature death is 'postcode lottery',” the Daily Mirror reports. The news is based on a new interactive map showing the variation in premature death rates across England...
Sex education in teens
10:33am Monday 10th June 2013
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We all know that sex education is one of the conversations we are going to have to have with our children.
No evidence speed cameras raise crash risk
10:17am Monday 10th June 2013
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"Speed cameras 'increase risk of serious or fatal crashes','' the Daily Mail tells us, while The Guardian, covering the same report, says "Speed cameras reduce serious road accidents." So you could be forgiven for being more than a little confused…
Diabetes drugs may be linked to pancreatic cancer
9:14am Monday 10th June 2013
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A British Medical Journal (BMJ) investigation into two classes of type 2 diabetes drugs has prompted headlines in the Daily Mail. The newspaper claims "Diabetes drugs taken by thousands linked to cancer…
Relationships and new baby
10:55am Saturday 8th June 2013
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Having a baby is one of the most wonderful and magical events that can happen in our lives but they also bring many things that can test even the most solid of relationships.
Scientists identify gene pattern linked to autism
9:31am Friday 7th June 2013
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The Independent reports that "Scientists have identified a genetic pattern common to people with autism that is linked to the way messages are sent in the brain"…
New Down’s syndrome blood test 'more reliable'
8:54am Friday 7th June 2013
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“A new test can reliably tell if an unborn baby has Down’s syndrome without putting it at risk,” Metro reports. Screening for Down’s syndrome is currently offered to all pregnant women. However, the current screening test has a false positive rate…
Unborn babies may 'practise' crying
9:53am Thursday 6th June 2013
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"Babies practise frowning in the womb so they can show when they are unhappy after birth," reports the Daily Mirror. The story comes from a small study that looked at '4-D' ultrasound scans…
Paper towels may be more hygienic than air dryers
9:02am Thursday 6th June 2013
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The Mail Online has encouraged readers to "ditch the hand dryers", as "paper towels are more hygienic". The debate on the relative merits of paper towels versus hot air dryers may appear trivial, but the issue can be a matter of life and death…
NICE publishes guidance on cutting down smoking
10:23am Wednesday 5th June 2013
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"Smokers urged to 'cut down' rather than quit," The Daily Telegraph reports. The story comes from landmark national guidance on how healthcare professionals should help smokers who find it difficult to give up. The guidance…
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Deaths - Barry (Baz) Martin
BARRY (BAZ) MARTIN Peacefully at his home in Haydock on the 31st May 2013 and with his Wife Gill
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Marriages - Joanne & John Hudson
Good Luck to my beautiful Sister Joanne Hudson and her husband to be John Paul Murphy on their
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Birthdays - MARTIN & SAMUEL Byrom
Happy BirthdayMARTIN & SAMUEL BYROM Happy 1st & 3rd birthdays on the 10th & 14th of
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Births - Ava Appleton
AVA AMELIA APPLETONCongratulations to Rachel and Andrew on the birth of your daughter Ava Amelia
