أفضل بودكاسات Mini First Aid (2025)

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Episode 50: Febrile Seizures 34:07

6M ago34:07

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Febrile seizures can be one of the most frightening things a parent witnesses, yet they’re surprisingly common, affecting 1 in 20 children. In this episode, Kate is joined by NHS paediatrician Dr Lillie Parker to explain what febrile seizures are, why they happen, and how to respond calmly and confidently if your child has one. Reassuring, informat…

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Episode 49: Baby & Child Sleep 37:33

6M ago37:33

37:33

If you’ve ever found yourself pacing the floor at 3am, rocking a baby who refuses to sleep or sharing your bed with a wriggly five-year-old, you are not alone! In this episode of Family Health by Mini First Aid, Kate chats to Jenna Wilson, co-founder of Little Dreams Consulting and expert in baby and child sleep. Jenna shares practical, no-nonsense…

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Episode 48: Pregnancy and Post-Natal Exercise 35:01

6M ago35:01

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In this episode, Kate chats to fitness expert and winner of The Apprentice 2024, Rachel Woolford. Together they unpack the do’s and don’ts of exercising during pregnancy and after giving birth. Whether you're newly pregnant, navigating postpartum recovery, or supporting someone who is, this episode is filled with down-to-earth advice and reassuranc…

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Episode 47: Broken Bones & Orthopaedics 26:20

6M ago26:20

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In this episode of Family Health by Mini First Aid, we’re joined by Adelle Fishlock, Consultant Paediatric Orthopaedic Surgeon at Leeds Children’s Hospital and familiar face from the BBC series Saving Lives in Leeds. Adelle gives us a behind-the-scenes look at what really happens when a child is brought into hospital with a suspected broken bone. F…

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Episode 46: Children's Eye Health 43:20

7M ago43:20

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Many parents don't realise children's eye tests aren't routinely included in standard development checks. It's a postcode lottery and the onus often falls on parents to make sure their children's eye health isn't overlooked. In this, we speak to Senior Optometrist Dr Nigel Best from Specsavers, who shares expert insights on children's vision, inclu…

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Episode 45: Fussy Eaters & Developing Healthy Food Habits 37:05

7M ago37:05

37:05

How do you raise an adventurous eater and stay sane doing it? In this episode, we’re joined by nutritional consultant Melanie Hadida to talk all things family food. From baby-led weaning to batch cooking and supermarket meltdowns, Melanie shares her personal journey, including feeding newborn twins during lockdown, and her top tips for creating pos…

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Episode 44: Head Injuries 40:42

7M ago40:42

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Bumps, knocks and tumbles are all part of childhood. But head injuries can feel scary, especially if you’re not sure what to look out for. In this episode, Kate is joined by Dr Lillie Parker to chat all things head bumps – how to spot a serious injury, what to do in those first few minutes, and how to keep kids safe as they explore the world around…

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Episode 43: Allergies & Anaphylaxis 47:32

7M ago47:32

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Food allergies in children have doubled in the last 10 years. In our latest episode, Kate is joined by Dr Helen Evans-Howells, GP and allergy specialist, to tackle the myths and fears around allergies and anaphylaxis. From weaning worries to understanding when to use an auto-injector, Helen shares her expert advice and her personal experience as a …

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Episode 42: Sepsis 37:43

7M ago37:43

37:43

When Anna’s little girl, Cleo, developed a high temperature, she did what so many of us would do - Calpol, cuddles, and wait and see. But what unfolded was every parent’s worst nightmare. Cleo had sepsis. In this episode of the Family Health podcast, Anna bravely shares their story of missed signs, gut instinct, and the terrifying rollercoaster tha…

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Episode 41: Children's Anxiety 31:04

8M ago31:04

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Is your child’s worry just a wobble – or something more? In this week’s Family Health podcast, Kate chats with youth solution-focused therapist Lisa Blackwell from The Youth Fairy to explore the sharp rise in anxiety among children. From the early signs to look out for, to understanding what’s happening in your child’s brain, Lisa shares practical …

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Episode 40: Breast Cancer 47:03

11M ago47:03

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Breast cancer is the most common cancer in the UK, affecting 1 in 7 women in their lifetime. Yet, many people still believe it’s a disease that only affects older women. The reality? 2,500 people under 40 are diagnosed every year. In this episode of the Family Health Podcast by Mini First Aid, host Kate Ball speaks with Paralympic champion Erin Ken…

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Episode 39: Chickenpox 45:24

11M ago45:24

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Chickenpox is one of the most common childhood illnesses, yet when those first spots appear, many parents find themselves filled with questions. How can you tell if it’s really chickenpox? How do you manage the relentless itching? And at what point should you seek medical help? In this episode of the Family Health Podcast by Mini First Aid, host Ka…

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Episode 38: Body Dysmorphic Disorder 38:57

11M ago38:57

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Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD) is often a hidden condition—one that many children and teenagers struggle with in silence. While they may appear outwardly fine, internally, they experience intense distress over perceived flaws in their appearance. What may seem like common self-consciousness can, in reality, be a deeply debilitating mental health di…

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Episode 37: Meningitis 47:32

12M ago47:32

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We know from talking to new parents at our classes that meningitis is one of their biggest health fears for their baby and this is because sadly babies under the age of 3 months are 70 times more likely to get bacterial meningitis than adults. In this episode of the Family Health Podcast, we speak with Caroline Hughes, Support Services Manager at M…

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Episode 36: Imposter Syndrome 33:53

12M ago33:53

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In this episode of the Family Health Podcast by Mini First Aid, we dive into the all-too-familiar feeling of imposter syndrome with Jamie Shires, an experienced counsellor and mental health trainer. Whether you’re a parent, a professional, or even a teenager, this episode will help you understand where imposter syndrome comes from, who it affects a…

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Episode 35: Pregnancy Nutrition 31:55

1y ago31:55

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In this episode, we chat with Aliya Porter, a Registered Nutritionist and a mum of three who runs Porter Nutrition and Weaning Centre. Aliya is a mine of information about nutrition in pregnancy and how you can look after your own and consequently your baby’s health. We cut through the confusion of advice and guidance online to find out exactly wha…

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Episode 34: Play Therapy 27:21

1y ago27:21

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If you are unfortunate enough to have a child who has had to spend time in hospital, you may have met a Play Therapist. These amazing teams therapeutically support children, and parents, through the toughest times in their lives. We hope you will never have to experience your child having treatment or an extended stay in hospital but if the worst h…

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Episode 33: Developmental Language Disorder 32:12

1y ago32:12

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Many of us won’t have heard of Developmental Language Disorder (DLD), yet this affects around two children in every classroom in schools across the UK and can affect literacy, learning, friendships and emotional well-being. DLD can mean a child has difficulties talking and/or understanding language. It’s important to understand DLD and the challeng…

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Episode 32: Bronchiolitis 45:24

1y ago45:24

45:24

How do you know when your child has a cold or the flu or something even more serious? Children regularly pick up coughs and viruses and it can be tricky to understand when to worry, how to soothe symptoms and when to keep your child at home - this week’s episode has the answers! We chatted to Dr Lillie Parker, an NHS paediatrician, about winter col…

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Episode 31: Anaemia & Mastitis 44:04

1y ago44:04

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In this episode, Kate chats with Cathy Tabner, Parent Education Midwife at My Expert Midwife who has helped and advised hundreds of women about breastfeeding and knows all there is to know about anaemia and mastitis. If you, or your loved one, has ever suffered from mastitis and/or anaemia, you will know how painful and awful it can make you feel. …

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Episode 30: Weaning & Nutrition 26:28

1+ y ago26:28

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Weaning is a huge milestone for babies as they move from a liquid, milk diet to eating solid foods. We know that breast and formula milk contain everything baby needs to grow and thrive, but when that milk consumption drops and food takes over, what nutrients do children or little ones need and how can we make sure that they're going to get enough …

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Episode 29: Dementia 34:02

1+ y ago34:02

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In today's Family Health Podcast episode, we delve into the complex landscape of dementia, a condition that not only affects individuals directly but also ripples through the lives of their loved ones. We chat with Dr Abhi Inglis, a Specialty Doctor in Old Age Psychiatry who explains what dementia is, some of the more common early signs and symptom…

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Episode 28: Eating Disorders 45:12

1+ y ago45:12

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In today’s digital society, children are bombarded with images of supposed perfection. According to recent statistics from the NHS, the struggle with body image and food among young people has surged alarmingly in recent years, with children as young as six years old being diagnosed with an eating disorder. Behind these numbers lie stories of silen…

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Episode 27: Gestational Diabetes 41:55

1+ y ago41:55

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Our Dragons’ Den mentor Sara Davies MBE had gestational diabetes in both of her pregnancies and talks to us today about the guilt she felt when first diagnosed and what she has since learned about this condition that affects around 5% of pregnant women in the UK. We are also joined by Cathy Tabner of My Expert Midwife whose knowledge of gestational…

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Episode 26: Autism 38:29

1+ y ago38:29

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In the UK, approximately 1 in every 100 children is diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). This number is probably lower than the reality as many families don’t want or think they need an official diagnosis. Behind these numbers lie stories of resilience, uniqueness, and often, misunderstanding. In this episode of the Family Health Podcast,…

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Episode 25: Sports Nutrition in Teens and Pre-teens 47:29

1+ y ago47:29

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If your child takes part in any kind of sport or leisure activity, you will know how much of their time outside of school is dedicated to these activities and how this impacts their diet, from the lack of time to sit and eat proper meals to the type and amount of food they eat. It is hard enough as parents to know what nutrients and vitamins our tw…

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Episode 24: Car Seat Safety 32:17

1+ y ago32:17

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What are the laws around baby & child car seats? When should you switch to a forward-facing seat? When can your child sit up front with you? We might think we know the answers to these questions but this Family Health Podcast episode is here to dispel any doubts and give you the straight-up facts about car seat safety for your little ones. In this …

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Episode 23: Asthma 32:50

1+ y ago32:50

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Having asthma may once have been seen as a weakness or something to be pitied for, but is this still the case? What do we now know about the causes and treatment of asthma? Is there still some level of embarrassment for children living with asthma today? Asthma is the most common long-term medical condition in children in the UK, affecting around 1…

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Episode 22: Skin Cancer 32:49

1+ y ago32:49

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In 2019 Adele Hughes world was turned upside down when she received a melanoma diagnosis. Telling her children and her parents that she had skin cancer was just the start of her journey, which continued with immunotherapy treatment and becoming an Ambassador for Melanoma UK. In today’s episode, Adele tells her story, from her lifestyle before diagn…

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Episode 21: Parental Anxiety 34:35

1+ y ago34:35

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Is it normal to suffer with anxiety when you become a parent? Why do we feel anxious as our children reach particular milestones? What is ‘normal’ anxiety and when should we worry that it has become something more? These questions and more are answered in today’s Family Health Podcast episode in which Kate chats with Jaimie Shires, a Counsellor, Se…

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Episode 20: Children’s Body Image 49:42

2y ago49:42

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Show Notes: A 2015 survey showed that nearly a quarter of childcare professionals have seen signs that children aged between 3 and 5 years old, in their care, are unhappy with their appearance or bodies. This is just one of the staggering and upsetting statistics that we hear about in this episode of the Family Health Podcast with Molly Forbes of B…

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Episode 19: Understanding Children’s Operations 31:15

2y ago31:15

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Show Notes: If your child has to have an operation in hospital, it’s likely that they will be anaesthetised pre-surgery, which can be a pretty scary experience for both them and for you as a parent or carer. This episode of the Family Health Podcast is here to arm you with knowledge and allay some of those fears about what happens if your child nee…

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Episode 18: Understanding Endometriosis 35:56

2y ago35:56

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Episode 18: Understanding Endometriosis Show Notes: Around 1.5 million women in the UK are currently living with Endometriosis, a condition that can be incredibly debilitating and sadly still lacks awareness. If you suffer with endometriosis, or know someone who does, you will know how important this conversation is. In this episode of the Family H…

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Episode 17: Managing Overwhelm 38:39

2y ago38:39

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Episode 17: Managing Overwhelm Show Notes: Parents - particularly mums - this episode of the Family Health Podcast will really strike a chord. Today we chat with Kate, an occupational health therapist, about overwhelm and burnout. If you feel this way and need a virtual hug and to feel completely seen, don’t miss this. This conversation shines a li…

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Episode 16: Understanding Children’s Burns 45:13

2y ago45:13

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Episode 16: Understanding Children’s Burns Show Notes: At just 15-months old, Michelle’s son Charlie pulled a pan of boiling water over himself at their family home and sustained burns to 10% of his body. This episode tells the story of Charlie’s accident, treatment and recovery. You will hear details of Charlie’s burns injuries and of his mum Mich…

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Episode 15: Pelvic Floor Health 33:01

2y ago33:01

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“Women are literally standing on the sidelines of their own lives” Dragging. Bulging. Heaviness. Sciatica. Groin pain. Hip pain. Trouble going to the toilet, as well as trouble holding it in. All these are signs of a problem with your pelvic floor health. In fact, a whopping 50% of women report pelvic health concerns, with many more suffering in si…

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Episode 14: Understanding Sepsis 45:39

2y ago45:39

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Show Notes: Trigger warning: this week’s podcast discusses the death of a child. We talk about sepsis a lot at Mini First Aid and this week’s episode demonstrates exactly why we feel this is so important. This week, Kate chats with Melissa Mead, Sepsis Trust Ambassador and we hear the story of Melissa’s little boy William, who tragically died of se…

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Episode 13: Understanding Oral & Dental Health 39:32

2y ago39:32

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Show Notes: “It is not uncommon for under 5’s to have their full set of teeth removed”. This is the unbelievable truth we hear in this week’s podcast from Marisa Russell, Mini First Aid trainer and dental nurse. In this episode, Kate talks to Marisa Russell about oral and dental health. Marisa talks us through why children’s teeth can be so prone t…

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Episode 12: Understanding Diabetes 31:42

2y ago31:42

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You have probably heard of Diabetes and that there are different forms of this condition such as Type 1 and Type 2 among others, but do you understand the differences and know what signs to look out for? Are you confident that you would know if you or your child had developed diabetes? Diabetes UK estimates that almost 850,000 people in the UK are …

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Episode 11: Button Battery Danger 38:17

2y ago38:17

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In this episode, Kate chats with Katrina Phillips, CEO of the Child Accident Prevention Trust, and Hollie Phillips (no relation!) who is Mum to Ralphie, a healthy, happy toddler who swallowed a button battery on his first birthday. Hear the story of what happened to Ralphie and how his mum’s tenacity saved his life. Learn more about why these batte…

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Episode 10: Understanding Cardiomyopathy 39:26

2+ y ago39:26

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In the last episode of our Savlon Scar Prevention Gel sponsored series, in conversation with writer Jacky Burton, Kate discusses the devastating death of her brother from cardiomyopathy when he was just 22. In this emotional podcast, find out how Matt’s untimely death has affected his whole family. Show Notes: The Mini First Aid Family Health podca…

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Episode 9: Black Maternal Health - Angie’s Story 33:45

2+ y ago33:45

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In this episode, sponsored by Savlon Scar Prevention Gel, Kate talks to Nurse Angie Jay. Angie is about to give birth to twins, and as a black woman she is passionate about shining a light on the stark difference in pregnancy related deaths between black and white parents. Join Kate and Angie for this raw & honest discussion and listen to Kate and …

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Episode 8: What Really Happens When You Visit A&E 33:28

2+ y ago33:28

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In this episode, sponsored by Savlon Scar Prevention Gel, Kate talks to Mini First Aid trainer Kellie Green about her experience working as a paediatric nurse in A&E. Kellie shares her invaluable knowledge of what families can expect when they visit A&E, helping to take away some of that fear factor. Show Notes: The Mini First Aid Family Health pod…

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Episode 7: Understanding Sensitive Skin 31:56

2+ y ago31:56

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In this episode, sponsored by Savlon Scar Prevention Gel, Kate talks to Joanna Jensen from baby and child personal care brand Childs Farm. You’ll probably have a bottle of their baby wash by your bath and you might even sneakily use their conditioner yourself! The brand was inspired by Joanna’s daughter Bella who suffered with sensitive skin and ec…

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Episode 6: Understanding Meningitis 41:15

2+ y ago41:15

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In this episode, sponsored by Savlon Scar Prevention Gel, Kate talks to Cat Shehu from the Meningitis Research Foundation. We know from our classes that meningitis is an illness that really frightens families, and it can be confusing to recognise the signs and symptoms. This podcast aims to empower families to feel confident recognising a case of m…

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Episode 5: Getting the Most Out of Your GP Visit 31:17

2+ y ago31:17

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In this episode, sponsored by Savlon Scar Prevention Gel, Kate talks to Mini First Aid trainer and GP Lowri Hext. We regularly get asked questions from families about when it is appropriate to call a GP versus 111 or 999, and also how to get the most out of your GP appointment. Lowri also discusses some of the weird and wonderful encounters GP’s ha…

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Episode 4: Understanding Burns 38:49

2+ y ago38:49

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In this episode, sponsored by Savlon Scar Prevention Gel, Kate talks to Sue Boasman, an advanced nurse practitioner and Ken Dunn, a retired burns surgeon, both of whom have joined Kate on behalf of the Children’s Burns Trust. It’s a frightening statistic, but in 2021, 7661 children were admitted to hospital having been burned or scalded in England …

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Episode 3: Understanding Strokes 17:59

2+ y ago17:59

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In this episode, sponsored by Savlon Scar Prevention Gel, Kate talks to writer Jacky Burton about Kate’s experiences with her dad Graham, who suffered a stroke in 2018. Kate talks about the emotional and physical impacts of stroke on not only the sufferer but the whole family. She also discusses how important quick action is when a stroke strikes, …

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Episode 2: Understanding Food Intolerances 35:41

2+ y ago35:41

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In this episode, sponsored by Savlon Scar Prevention Gel, Kate talks to Paula Hallam, a specialist paediatric dietitian with over 20 years experience. Paula helps demystify the differences between intolerances and allergies, the common foods that cause intolerance and the symptoms of intolerance that families need to be aware of. Kate chats with Pa…

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Episode 1: Understanding Sepsis 29:17

2+ y ago29:17

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In this episode, Kate talks to NHS consultant in Intensive Care, Dr Ron Daniels, who is also the Executive Director and founder of the UK Sepsis Trust. A staggering 48,000 deaths every year in the UK are linked to sepsis. Many of these could be prevented with better knowledge and understanding. In a recent survey, over 60% of people said they did n…

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