A charity which helps grant once-in-a-lifetime adventures for children with serious illnesses will have to put the dreams of about 60 children on hold this year because of a slump in public donations.

HAY FEVER — or seasonal allergic rhinitis — is a body-blow for children.

THE Medical and Scientific Council of the Cystic Fibrosis Association of Ireland is made up of healthcare professionals and scientists who look after children and adults with cystic fibrosis in the Republic.

THE imminent return to school may cause a rise in asthma among children but families have been advised that the risk can be reduced with a bit of planning.