Parent Hub: 7-12 Years - Healthy at School

Learn how to keep your child safe and healthy in primary school, including tips on hygiene, allergies and managing injuries.

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Parent Hub: 7-12 Years - Healthy at School

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Sit Up Straight, Darling

Dr Lau Leok Lim, Consultant in Spine Surgery at the National University Health System explains why correct posture is important for children.

Staying

safe & clean

at school

Child sitting in a wheelchair with a bandaged foot while a healthcare professional kneels nearby.

The Facts of Child Fractures

Knowing what to do can make a world of difference in the healing process.

common concerns

Mummies and daddies have

Child standing on tiptoes while holding onto a table indoors.

Your Child is Short for His Age. What Should You Do?

Being short doesn't mean there's a health problem. Genetics and nutrition plays a big part in determining height.

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Is Your Child Developing Normally?

The pace of your child's development may be due to factors such as his/her personality or the home environment.

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