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Telling a child or young person that someone they love is dying or has died is surely one of the hardest things. Check some ideas to support you to find the right words for you and your child.

Fingertip injuries are common in tamariki (children). Learn more about fingertip injuries and what to do if your child has one.

Foetal anticonvulsant syndrome (FACS) can happen when a baby is exposed to certain medicines during pregnancy. Some medicines carry a higher risk than others. Planning ahead before a pregnancy happens, helps reduce the risk.

Spondylolisthesis is when one bone in the spine slips forward over the bone below it. Most tamariki (children) with spondylolisthesis improve with rest, activity changes, and physiotherapy.

Spondylolysis is a small stress fracture in part of a spinal bone. It is common in sporty tamariki (children) and rangathi (young people). Most tamariki recover well with rest and physiotherapy.

Dehydration can happen when your child loses fluid faster than they replace it. Learn more about the symptoms of dehydration and when to get help.

Meningitis is an infection of the lining around the brain and spinal cord. It can be caused by viruses or bacteria. Bacterial meningitis can be serious and needs urgent medical treatment.

Vitamin C is important for your child’s health and wellbeing. Learn about vitamin-C-rich foods and how to help your child get enough each day.

The sinuses are air-filled spaces in the face around the nose. Sinusitis is when the sinuses are swollen or infected. Most sinus infections start with a cold. A virus is the most common cause of sinusitis in tamariki (children) and rangatahi (young people).

Down syndrome is a condition where a baby is born with an extra copy of chromosome 21. This extra chromosome affects how the body and brain develop.

Sepsis can make tamariki (children) and rangatahi (young people) extremely unwell. Recovery often takes time. Many tamariki recover fully, but some can have ongoing effects after leaving hospital.

Sepsis is very serious. Knowing the symptoms and acting quickly can save lives. If your child seems very unwell or you feel something is wrong, get medical help straight away.

Paediatric feeding disorder (PFD) is a common problem in tamariki (children). It happens when feeding or eating issues cause tamariki to limit the amount and variety of food they eat.

Star charts are a simple, fun way to encourage tamariki (children) to learn new habits. Download and print the free KidsHealth star chart to try with your child.

Sore throats are common in tamariki (children) and rangatahi (young people). Most sore throats are caused by viruses and get better on their own.

Strep throat is common in tamariki (children) and rangatahi (young people). Symptoms include a sore throat, fever and swollen neck glands.