Varden Callaghan, 8, from Bromley, completed the Santa in the City 5km run with his family after beating a brain tumour. They raised over £2,000 for Brain Tumour Research's vital Christmas appeal.
An 11-year-old from Thundersley, now cancer-free after a rare sarcoma battle, stars in a local charity's Christmas campaign. Gold Geese supports families fighting childhood cancer in South East Essex. Donate to bring festive joy.
New data reveals over 5,000 people now receive benefits for obesity, costing nearly £144m since 2019. The North West has the highest number of claimants. Discover the regional breakdown and expert analysis.
New DWP data reveals 4,413 people receive PIP for obesity, with 800 on ESA. A doctor links unemployment to the condition affecting 18.7 million UK adults. Read the full analysis.
New DWP data reveals a sharp 60% rise in PIP claims for obesity since 2019, with over 4,400 now receiving the benefit. Explore the regional breakdown and political response.
Karen Carr from Bradford raised £1,688.75 for Young Lives vs Cancer through an auction night, honouring her daughter Megan who died from cancer in 2017. Discover how you can support families facing childhood cancer.
The UK government will extend the sugar tax to pre-packaged milkshakes and milky coffees from January 2028 to tackle childhood obesity. Find out how this affects you.
A shocking report warns 24% of 10-year-olds could be clinically obese by 2035 without urgent action on children's physical activity levels across England.
Urgent action needed as new report warns 24% of children could be clinically obese by 2035, with rising inactivity threatening health and wellbeing.
A stark report warns a quarter of children could be clinically obese by 2035 without urgent action on physical activity. Discover the findings and the call for investment.
The Princess of Wales returns to public speaking, urging business leaders to invest in early childhood for a £45.5bn national benefit. Read her powerful message.
UK health officials issue urgent warning as measles cases rise. Parents urged to check children's MMR vaccine status to prevent serious illness.
BBC Radio 2's Sara Cox shares her rural upbringing and recent farm attacks affecting her father. Discover her countryside journey and current challenges.
The Princess of Wales will attend the inaugural Future Workforce Summit in London, uniting business leaders to boost investment in early childhood development.
A new community exhibition showcasing artworks inspired by childhood in Sparkhill is now on display at Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery. Free entry until 6 Jan 2026.
Leading Cheshire homebuilder Barratt Developments provides vital backing to local charity Hopes and Beams, supporting families affected by childhood cancer across Crewe and surrounding communities.
Relive the shocking public information films about fireworks that traumatised 70s, 80s and 90s kids with their graphic safety warnings and unforgettable imagery.
A grandfather from the UK reveals how revolutionary weight-loss injections not only transformed his health but saved him money compared to his former junk food spending. Discover his inspiring journey and the financial reality behind medical weight manage
A concerned mother speaks out after discovering her local children's centre is replacing traditional play activities with screen time, raising questions about early childhood development.
A remarkable 10-year-old from Hinckley has authored an inspiring children's book about food allergies, drawing from his personal experience watching his sister navigate life-threatening reactions.