Many new mothers will have difficulty settling their newborn to sleep, but for some the problems become so severe that residential parenting services are needed.
Kids and Teens Health
Meningococcal disease
Meningococcal disease is a rare but serious illness, occurring mostly in winter and early spring in Australia. Find out what causes this disease and how to prevent it.
Immunising your child
Being immunised protects your child against catching contagious conditions. Vaccinations give your child immunity and protect them from suffering from the effects of that disease.
Meningitis in children
Meningitis means inflammation of the meninges – the lining around the brain and spinal cord. It is usually caused by a bacterial or viral infection.
Meningitis
Meningitis: what is it, what causes it and what are the symptoms? Find out all you need to know, plus risk factors, treatment and prevention.
Skin infections – scabies
Scabies is caused by very small bugs called scabies mites. They dig under the skin to lay eggs.
Early childhood – Aboriginal families
Your child is important to the whole community and we can all help them grow up strong, healthy and proud. The most important thing our children need is to feel loved, cared for and safe.
Ear infections – otitis media
Otitis media is the main cause of hearing loss in Aboriginal children, but adults can get it too. The good news is that otitis media can be treated, and most importantly, can be prevented.
Melatonin use common in children, linked to sleep troubles
Melatonin use among children in the Netherlands was higher than expected, when the safety of the supplement is mostly unknown.
Does childhood behaviour predict future income?
A study of over 2000 people looked to see if the way a child behaved at school shaped the rest of their life. These are the results.
