Heart Disease Risk Detectable in Children as Young as 10, New Study Reveals Thursday, May 15, 2025 cardiometabolic children obesity waisttoheightratio heartdisease inflammation insulinresistance prevention healthmonitoring pediatrics A groundbreaking study presented at the European Congress on Obesity in Spain highlights that children as young as 10 can exhibit early warning signs of future heart disease through a simple measurement: their waist-to-height … Read More
Lead Poisoning Diagnosed in Children at Cheltenham Special School Wednesday, May 14, 2025 lead poisoning children pica cheltenham specialschool publichealth ukhsa paint exposure A concerning health issue has emerged at the Battledown Centre for Children and Families in Cheltenham, where several children have been diagnosed with elevated levels of lead in their blood. The affected children, who attend … Read More
New Study Highlights Critical Window to Prevent Childhood Obesity Monday, May 12, 2025 obesity childhood bmi health research prevention earlyintervention children lifestyle weight A recent study from the Netherlands underscores the crucial role of early childhood in preventing obesity. Researchers found that a child’s body mass index (BMI) at age six serves as a stronger predictor of obesity in … Read More
Gloucester School Seeks Permission for Emergency Classrooms After Severe Flooding Tuesday, May 6, 2025 gloucester school emergency classrooms flooding repair temporary children special needs council The Milestone School in Gloucester, which faced a severe flooding event in late 2024, is seeking approval to maintain emergency classrooms for an additional two years. A two-storey temporary building was put in place … Read More
A Caring and Nurturing Environment at Christ Church Pre-School in Cheltenham Tuesday, May 6, 2025 cheltenham pre-school ofsted caring nurturing christian ethos children staff community special educational needs language development leadership improvement development safeguarding Christ Church Pre-School Playgroup in Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, has once again been rated as Good in all areas by Ofsted. The nurturing, safe, and caring environment along with the strong Christian ethos have contributed … Read More
Professionals Support Smacking Ban as Urgent Action urged Sunday, May 4, 2025 smacking ban children professionals england nspcc legislation physical punishment child protection law A recent poll has revealed that the majority of professionals working with children believe that smacking should be outlawed in England, echoing legislation in Wales and Scotland. The Children’s Wellbeing and Schools … Read More