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Coronavirus: Be responsible. Be safe

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Childhood winter illness and how to cope with them

GP Dr Fiona McGuire on the most common winter illness for children - how to avoid them, how to treat them and when to get help.

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10 ways to play with your child this Christmas

Experts from the HSE's MyChild.ie pick out 10 ways to play with your child this Christmas, from building blocks to tummy time and arts and crafts.

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Tips to keep your child safe this Halloween

Halloween is an exciting time for children. But it is important to keep them safe when at bonfires and trick or treating. Read child safety tips from the HSE.

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