A-Z of health information

The major cause of skin cancer is over exposure to ultraviolet radiation from the sun or other sources, such as solariums.

A suntan is a sign of skin damage ? there is no such thing as a 'safe' tan.

The body begins repairing a wound immediately and the process may continue for days, weeks, months or even years.

The skin is a good indicator of health - if someone is sick, it often shows in their skin.

Children with slapped cheek do not need to be kept home from school or day care, as cases are only contagious before the onset of the rash.

Conditions, risks and management.

A child needs a daytime nap until they are around 2 and a half to 3 years of age.

Your child may have only a few scary dreams a year, or be troubled by nightmares much more often.

Sleep disorders can prevent some people from getting enough sleep.

Around one in three people regularly have trouble falling asleep or staying asleep.