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A note from Dr Ukpeh

My wish for you

Dr Ukpeh

My job is to make you feel better. No owies, I promise.

Dr Ukpeh

Your job is to be nice. No foul languages please.

Young Kids

Things to explore

Curious Frog

How your body works

Planet Kids Pal

Your heart is a pump the size of your fist. Listen to it!

Curious Friend

Why we get sick

Planet Kids Pal

Germs are tiny. Your body has a team that fights them.

Curious Frog

Going to the doctor

Planet Kids Pal

What each tool does, before anyone touches you.

Curious Friend

Sleep

Planet Kids Pal

Sleep is when your body grows and tidies up your brain.

Quiz time

Myth vs Fact

Myth

Going outside with wet hair gives you a cold.

Fact

Colds come from viruses, not cold air.

Myth

Cracking your knuckles causes arthritis.

Fact

That popping is just gas bubbles.

Myth

Sugar makes kids hyper.

Fact

Studies say excitement usually comes from the party, not the cake.