How to protect your children from summertime hazards like ticks, jellyfish and sunburn

School holidays bring the promise of sunny weather but there are pitfalls to look out for too

Apply suntan lotion liberally; check skin for signs of ticks (inset) and right: watch out for holiday anxiety in children.

Whether ticks in grassy areas, jellyfish in seawater, or under-cooked meat from the barbecue, summer brings its own health hazards. With school almost out, we asked GPs how we can better protect children from summertime nasties.

Tick bites