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A healthy balanced diet will help you build strong bones from an early age and maintain them throughout your life. You need sufficient calcium to strengthen your bones and vitamin D to help your body absorb calcium. Poor bone health can cause conditions such as…
Food labelling terms
Food labels can help us choose a healthier diet and make sure our foods are safe to eat. Here's a guide to some of the most common food labelling terms. Food labels provide a wide range of information about foods. But understanding all of that…
Food labels
Nutrition labels can help you choose between products and keep a check on the amount of foods you're eating that are high in fat, salt and added sugars. Read on or use the links below to go straight to the sections that interest you: Nutrition labels…
Foods to avoid if you're over 65
Older people are at higher risk of food poisoning. And, some foods are more likely to cause food poisoning than others. Here's advice on which foods to avoid or be careful with when you're over 65. Some foods can cause food poisoning if they're contaminated with…
Foot care for older people
You're more prone to foot problems like corns, blisters and foot infections in later life as the skin becomes thinner and less elastic. But painful or uncomfortable feet aren't a natural part of ageing, and can be alleviated. If you're having trouble looking after your feet, you're not alone.…
Foot problems and the podiatrist
A podiatrist or chiropodist can help you with common foot problems, including ingrown toenails and bunions. What does a podiatrist do? Podiatrists are health care professionals who have been trained to prevent, diagnose, treat and rehabilitate abnormal conditions of the feet and lower limbs. They also prevent and…
Forceps or vacuum delivery
Assisted delivery An assisted birth is when forceps or a ventouse suction cup are used to help deliver the baby. Ventouse and forceps are safe and only used when necessary for you and your baby. Assisted delivery is less common in women who have had a spontaneous vaginal…
Free family activities
Kids have lots of opportunities on holiday to run around and get plenty of exercise. Here are some ideas for healthy activities that cost little or nothing. Physical activity is essential for your child's health. It helps them develop strong bones and muscles, maintain a healthy weight and promotes their independence.…
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) in relation to when children should and should not attend school during the COVID-19 pandemic
The information below has been compiled by Torbay Council to help parents to know what to do about sending children to school under the following situations.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) in relation to children and young people with SEND during period of Coronavirus (Covid 19)
Since the law is subject to sudden change during these unprecedented times these answers will be updated as necessary, they are legally correct as of 5 January 2021. Additional Questions and Answers may also be added if required. Please also see answers to Frequently asked…