How serious is mumps? 'Several children in our neighbourhood have caught mumps. Why is this? I thought the MMR injection prevented it. Is mumps a serious disease?' Dr Pat Gilbert replies:
<P> An early diagnosis of sickle cell anaemia can save a life. Learn to spot the symptoms in the latest part of our A-Z of health by doctors at <B> Great Ormond Street Hospital </B> </P>
Weight problems in young children are on the rise, but you can avoid them with our latest A-Z health guide by doctors at the <STRONG> Great Ormond Street Hospital </STRONG>
As Ofsted publishes its second Early Years Annual Report, Nick Hudson looks at how early years settings need to balance teaching and play in a child’s early years
How a giant mouth taught children and parents about oral hygiene. By Annette Rawstrone
New guidance on the statutory progress check has an emphasis on working with parents and understanding home learning. Co-author Megan Pacey explains its importance
In this issue of Nursery World, we report on some innovative and worthwhile projects in the early years and childcare sector, which are taking place in a remarkable range of locations across the UK....
A successful nursery chain is moving into new territory with its investment in a state-of-the-art super-site, as Karen Faux hears.
There are plenty of training opportunities available for those who want to become teachers and specialise in this important area, says Anne Hayes
Integrated working allows children's centres to offer a one-stop shop, explains Karen Faux.