What the papers say: norovirus could hit millions; Obesity link to early pregnancy
The Telegraph reports on a link found by genetic researchers between obesity in young girls and early puberty.And the Telegraph reports official figures showing that millions are expected to fall ill with the Norovirus winter vomiting bug.The Daily Mail reports that the chief medical officer has told GPs to give toddlers jabs for six diseases at once once a baby has passed its first birthday. And the RCGP has warned that GPs lack training in treating children, the Telegraph reports.The incoming head of the RCGP has hit out at reforms to the NHS set out in health minister Andrew Lansley's white paper.And as covered by C+D this morning, the Telegrpah reports that more people are turning down the seasonal flu vaccine amid fears over swine flu and the perception that influenza is mild.The Independent reports on the news that the Pope has signaled a change in attitude towards the use of condoms in tackling Aids in Africa. Most papers cover new that plain packaging may be used for cigarette packaging, including the Independent, Telegraph, the Guardian.The Guardian reports that a UK-wide heroin shortage following a poppy blight in Afghanistan is putting lives at risk.