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It all adds up' is a physical activity campaign aimed at young people and their parents. Developed by the Public Health Agency, the public information campaign, 'It all adds up', aims to encourage primary school children to get active for at least 60 minutes a day.

Healthy eating for children (aged one year and above)

Because children grow very quickly, it is important to ensure that their diet is healthy, which means monitoring calorie, food and nutrient intake

Children and healthy weight

Information on the dangers of child obesity and advice on how to help your child maintain a healthy weight

Your child's mental health

Find help and support for your child if they are feeling distressed or troubled

Immunisation for children (Health and well-being section)

Help protect your child against childhood diseases through immunisation

Eye care for children

Sight tests and glasses for children - your questions answered

Head lice

How to check if your child has head lice and if so, how to treat them

Protection from the sun (Health and well-being section)

As the summer months approach, find out how to protect you and your family properly whilst in the sun, either at home or abroad

Get a life - Get active (Health and well-being section)

Information on a a new physical activity campaign aimed at young people and their parents

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