Feature articles
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02 June 2017
Busting the myths about head lice
The mere mention of the word ‘nits’ is enough to make your skin crawl. And with good reason – head lice can be incredibly hard to eradicate.
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07 April 2017
Don’t be afraid to talk about depression with your kids
Depression is one of the most common health issues for young people in Australia, yet it remains a subject that we don’t talk about anywhere near enough.
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17 March 2017
What can I do if my child is a bully?
Find out what are the signs that suggest your child is bullying and what you can do to stop it in our latest Children's Health Queensland blog.
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03 March 2017
When to seek help for your child’s anxiety
Anxiety is common in children and young people, and is characterised by the feeling of worry, nervousness or fear.
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15 February 2017
A healthy weight is all about the right ingredients
Children and young people come in many different shapes and sizes, and grow at unique rates. There is no one ‘healthy weight’ for every child.
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03 February 2017
How to help your baby achieve their developmental milestones
Milestones are more than just photo opportunities and talking points for parents’ group. They can be important indicators of how your child is developing.
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16 November 2016
Antibiotic resistance: what you need to know
Imagine a future world where a case of tonsillitis could be life-threatening but there is nothing their doctor can do because antibiotics no longer work.
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07 November 2016
Help your teen beat the stress of exam block
The time of the school year that most Year 12 students dread – exam block. Try these tips for helping your soon-to-be-school leaver survive exam block.
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28 October 2016
From the mouths of babes: A guide to understanding your newborn’s feelings
It’s important to remember that a child’s mental health and wellbeing needs to be nurtured from the moment they are born.