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The Sun
10 hours ago
- Health
- The Sun
Is it safe to let my Bearded Dragon enjoy the sun from our patio? – your pet queries answered
HE is on a mission to help our pets . . . and is here to answer YOUR questions. Sean, who is the head vet at tailored pet food firm has helped with owners' queries for ten years. 4 4 Q: SHOULD I let my Bearded Dragon Lucky out on the patio in the sun, in a safe enclosure where he will be supervised? It seems a shame to keep him inside if the weather is good. What do you think? MIKE BROWN, Leeds Sean says: Yes, natural UV rays from the sunshine just can't be beaten for reptiles like your Beardie. But a few safety tips . . . You've already touched on the most important one. It must be a foolproof, escape-proof enclosure — if there is a gap or opportunity to climb or jump out, Lucky will take it. And not be so lucky facing life in the wild. You must also watch him like a hawk, or a hungry hawk or cat could see him as a meal. Finally, what can seem like sunny weather to us may not produce the right temperature for him at ground level, for example. So it's best to use a thermometer to measure the ground and air temperature, ensuring it's meeting his ideal thermal range. If it's a few degrees too cold don't risk it, as respiratory illness is common in Beardies if they catch a chill. Q: HOW can we tell if our hamster is happy? And what are the signs of stress? We have Siberian hamster Pippa, who is six months old, and I want to ensure she has the happiest life, cared for by my daughters Bella, eight and Flo, nine. MARK THOMAS, Cardiff Sean says: I applaud you Mark, as many small pets are overlooked in this way — seen as low-maintenance, not needing much consideration for their happiness. And the way they are sold, particularly in respect to their housing, is often below the acceptable minimum standard in terms of space and environmental or behavioural enrichment. Basically, think how a hamster lives in the wild — yes, there are still wild hamsters in Europe, Russia and into Asia. They live in a burrow system and will roam great distances at night. A tiny cage with a wheel just doesn't cut it. So provide as big a cage as possible, with a safe area for supervised free roaming. Q: MY dog gets grass seeds in her paws. I keep her pad clipped but should I consider getting booties for her? I wonder if Mica, a Siberian husky, is just unlucky or if there's anything else I can do to stop this happening? HELEN BROOMFIELD, Doncaster Sean says: Most dogs really dislike boots and poorly fitting ones can chafe by altering how they walk. My advice is to try to keep Mica away from areas of very long grass going to seed. You simply have to inspect her paws after every walk and make sure there are no seeds lurking under or between her pads. Keeping fur clipped short there is good too. Q: WHAT steps should I take to keep my dog safe as the weather gets hotter? Should I get a drinking bowl that cools water? Or provide fans? After last year's heatwave, I want to get prepared. COLIN SMITH, Sudbury, Suffolk Sean says: No need for expensive gadgets. Room-temperature water, and plenty of it, around the house is best — and shade to retreat to when things get too hot. If you can get one, a cooling mat is a good idea. Finally, make sure to only walk your dog in the cooler mornings and evenings, never in the middle of the day when it gets really hot. Test the pavement with the back of your hand — if it's too hot for you it's too hot for our dogs. Star of the week 4 GLOBETROTTER Felix the dog has been announced as Britain's new ambassador for sports brand ASICS. The seven-year-old Samoyed has visited 36 countries and is an social-media sensation with the handle @wanderlust_samoyed. Latest ASICS research shows British dog owners are 35 per cent more likely to hit recommended physical activity guidelines compared to those without dogs, and have better mental wellbeing. ASICS spokesman Gary Raucher said: 'We are delighted to have Felix as our official ASICS Mind's Best Friend and share dogs' infectious love for movement with the world to motivate us to get out and move for our minds.' See WIN: Kanoodle toy bundle DISCOVER Kanoodle® Dog Edition by Brightkins™. This engaging toy hides tasty treats, encouraging your dog to sniff, spin and solve for their reward. Brightkins is giving away five bundles each worth £49.90 – one for your dog and one for humans. See who cracks it first. To enter, send an email headed BRIGHTKINS to sundaypets@the-sun. by July 6. See T&Cs apply. How to keep your dogs safe at the seaside WITH summer fun on the way, one of the country's top canine first-aiders has issued an urgent warning about water safety for dogs. Veterinary nurse Rachel Bean, author of the iPET Network's canine first-aid qualification, said that while many dogs love water, some breeds, boxers, are at higher risk of drowning. 4 Here are her top four hazards to look out for . . . 1. Sea water ingestion, which can lead to salt poisoning: Rachel says: 'If your dog starts vomiting or showing signs of distress, get them to a vet immediately. Carry fresh water and offer it frequently while at the beach.' 2. Drowning: Breeds such as bulldogs, boxers and Basset hounds are physically unsuited to swimming, so don't just assume they will be fine. 3. Blue-green algae: It can be lethal, even in small doses. Rachel says: 'Rinse them off immediately. Symptoms can appear rapidly and include weakness and drooling.' 4. Overexertion and heatstroke: Watch for excessive panting, drooling, disorientation or collapse. Move them to shade, offer cool (not ice-cold) water and seek veterinary help urgently.
The Irish Sun
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
‘Such a stylish family' say fans as Pippa O'Connor celebrates son's communion with star-studded event
PIPPA O'Connor has celebrated her son's communion with a star-studded event. The influencer and her husband Brian Ormond have three sons together; Ollie, 12, Louis, nine, and Billie, three. 4 Pippa O'Connor's son made his holy communion last week Credit: Social Media Collect 4 Pippa shared gorgeous family snaps on Instagram Credit: Social Media Collect 4 Pippa invited her friends over to her stunning home Credit: Social Media Collect On Saturday, the middle child, Louis, made his holy communion with his classmates. And Louis looked dapper wearing a beige suit and tie with a cream shirt and a pair of stylish trainers that matched. Pippa stunned in a blue high-neck flowy mini dress from Zimmerman that she said she "loved wearing". read more on pippa o'connor The businesswoman paired the fabulous frock with gold lace-up heels. Brian matched Louis wearing a beige suit with a white shirt and blue tie. While Ollie wore a white shirt and beige trousers and Billie had a blue shirt and beige shorts on. Pippa invited their family and close friends, including Most read in Celebrity The mum-of-three had table and chairs set up in a gazebo tent in her back garden. Pippa shared gorgeous photos of the big day over on Instagram and captioned it: "Special memories made." Pippa O'Connor recalls decision that could have ruined her The Dubliner's friends and fans flooded the comment section with compliments. Aimee wrote: "The one of Billy. What a gorgeous family." Petra remarked: "Absolutely magical. Such a gorgeous stylish family Really happy photos. Hope little Louis had a special day." HAPPY HOLS Pippa often jets off on holidays with her celeb pals Brian and Arthur and last summer they went to Ibiza together. And fans were all left in stitches after Brian posted a hysterical video of her lounging on a paddle board in the sea. The 40-year-old looked happy as ever as she put her feet in the air and threw her head back with a big grin on her face. The mum-of-three held a glass of champagne in the air as Brian and Arthur hyped her up behind the camera. The businesswoman donned a sexy one shoulder swimsuit with a funky striped print and a pair of chunky black sunglasses. As she continued to kick her feet in the air while laying on the paddle board she quickly began to slip off the side. The Irish star hilariously fell off the paddle board with a big splash, but managed to keep her glass of champagne totally in tact by holding it up. 4 Pippa's fans all loved her stunning snaps Credit: Social Media Collect
Sydney Morning Herald
27-05-2025
- Health
- Sydney Morning Herald
Rare but ‘catastrophic' bacterial infection behind NSW children's deaths
A rare but highly aggressive infection that surged after the lifting of COVID restrictions probably contributed to the death of two-year-old Pippa White, as well as resulting in the deaths of at least four more children in NSW, an inquest has heard. Associate Professor Kathryn Browning Carmo, acting director of the NSW Newborn & paediatric Emergency Transport Service (NETS), told an inquest into Pippa's death on Tuesday that hers was one of the first 'in a series of cases' of Group A streptococcus (iGAS) the emergency service dealt with over a two-year period. Carmo said NSW was largely 'immune naive' to what appeared to be a more aggressive form of the bacteria Streptococcus pyogenes when doctors at Orange Base Hospital called for NETS assistance around 6am on June 13, 2022, hours before Pippa's death. The infection was rare but could lead to 'devastating, crashing and catastrophic' cases of sepsis in children, Carmo said, noting that some children could go from having very little water in the lungs to 'complete whiteout' on scans 'within hours'. 'It was that aggressive … it was an absolutely devastating illness,' she said. An academic paper co-authored by Carmo and read in court showed the NETS team were referred to 77 cases of children with iGAS between November 2022 and February 2024. Four died from the infection. In the previous five years, they had responded to just nine cases.
The Age
27-05-2025
- Health
- The Age
Rare but ‘catastrophic' bacterial infection behind NSW children's deaths
A rare but highly aggressive infection that surged after the lifting of COVID restrictions probably contributed to the death of two-year-old Pippa White, as well as resulting in the deaths of at least four more children in NSW, an inquest has heard. Associate Professor Kathryn Browning Carmo, acting director of the NSW Newborn & paediatric Emergency Transport Service (NETS), told an inquest into Pippa's death on Tuesday that hers was one of the first 'in a series of cases' of Group A streptococcus (iGAS) the emergency service dealt with over a two-year period. Carmo said NSW was largely 'immune naive' to what appeared to be a more aggressive form of the bacteria Streptococcus pyogenes when doctors at Orange Base Hospital called for NETS assistance around 6am on June 13, 2022, hours before Pippa's death. The infection was rare but could lead to 'devastating, crashing and catastrophic' cases of sepsis in children, Carmo said, noting that some children could go from having very little water in the lungs to 'complete whiteout' on scans 'within hours'. 'It was that aggressive … it was an absolutely devastating illness,' she said. An academic paper co-authored by Carmo and read in court showed the NETS team were referred to 77 cases of children with iGAS between November 2022 and February 2024. Four died from the infection. In the previous five years, they had responded to just nine cases.
The Advertiser
27-05-2025
- Health
- The Advertiser
Grieving dad turned to football after daughter's death to 'get hurt'
The "broken" family of a toddler whose death at Orange Hospital is the subject of a NSW coronial inquest has issued heart-breaking statements on the first day of the hearing. At around 2pm on Sunday, June 12, 2022 Pippa Mae White was admitted to Cowra hospital by her mother with a fever, low oxygen levels and laboured breathing. She was sent home due to long wait times but her condition worsened and her mother Annah White took her back. After assessing the two-year-old girl, an ambulance was organised to transport her to Orange Hospital. She arrived at Orange Hospital at about 9.20pm that night and died of sepsis the following day. Speaking from the NSW Coroners Court at Lidcombe on May 26, 2025, Pippa's grandmother and former nurse, Marianne Stonestreet, said she left her farm on Sunday and travelled to Orange Hospital. "I was shocked and appalled at Pippa's condition," Ms Stonestreet said. "It was obvious to me that she was critically unwell. Pippa didn't even react to my arrival. Usually she would run into your arms, hug, kiss. Her energy lit up the room. This time nothing." Pippa and her mother were taken to the children's ward. Due to Covid restrictions and it being outside of visiting hours, Ms Stonestreet was not allowed to accompany them. She then left the hospital "sick with worry". "I believe the hospital system, and the medical decisions made that (Sunday) night are responsible for her loss and for our family's ongoing grief," she said. "I am broken and I am angry in ways I can not even explain." The grandmother called for Pippa's death to help fix a "broken" system. "This grief didn't come from an accident, it came from what I believe is a total neglect, medical neglect," she added. "Please don't look away, please help us change this system so no one else loses a child this way." Since the death of his daughter, Brock White has admittedly struggled to cope with the loss. "At the start, I couldn't believe it," he said. "I thought it was a nightmare. The anger, the frustration, the disbelief that I'd lost my baby girl. No more kisses on the cheek or cuddles. We as a family had lost part of us." Mr White told the court he took up drinking "first thing" in the morning. He would finish bottles but "nothing helped". The grieving father then signed up to play rugby league and rugby union so he "could hurt somebody and get hurt". "I needed to be hurt physically," he added. "I also had to show there was a positive way to deal with emotions through sport." No longer can Mr White listen to the radio or watch the news for fear it will result in a panic attack. Since the first coronial inquest into Pippa's death in July 2024, her mother has advocated for change to a health system she blames for her daughter's death. "The health system have ripped away any beautiful memory we could have ever made with her," Ms White said. "We have been robbed of all our hopes and dreams with our daughter Pippa. Given a life sentence. "On those two days Pip was in the hospital, our precious daughter fell through the cracks of our already failing and struggling health system." Ms White asked those in the courtroom to imagine this death had happened to someone they loved. She asked them to keep that in mind during the duration of the inquest. "It's up to us to enact change to save your Pippas," Ms White added. "There's no end to the pain and suffering we as her family and friends will feel. "So take the time and as long as necessary to consider what recommendations can be put forward. Let this be the one that generates the change." The inquest continues. The "broken" family of a toddler whose death at Orange Hospital is the subject of a NSW coronial inquest has issued heart-breaking statements on the first day of the hearing. At around 2pm on Sunday, June 12, 2022 Pippa Mae White was admitted to Cowra hospital by her mother with a fever, low oxygen levels and laboured breathing. She was sent home due to long wait times but her condition worsened and her mother Annah White took her back. After assessing the two-year-old girl, an ambulance was organised to transport her to Orange Hospital. She arrived at Orange Hospital at about 9.20pm that night and died of sepsis the following day. Speaking from the NSW Coroners Court at Lidcombe on May 26, 2025, Pippa's grandmother and former nurse, Marianne Stonestreet, said she left her farm on Sunday and travelled to Orange Hospital. "I was shocked and appalled at Pippa's condition," Ms Stonestreet said. "It was obvious to me that she was critically unwell. Pippa didn't even react to my arrival. Usually she would run into your arms, hug, kiss. Her energy lit up the room. This time nothing." Pippa and her mother were taken to the children's ward. Due to Covid restrictions and it being outside of visiting hours, Ms Stonestreet was not allowed to accompany them. She then left the hospital "sick with worry". "I believe the hospital system, and the medical decisions made that (Sunday) night are responsible for her loss and for our family's ongoing grief," she said. "I am broken and I am angry in ways I can not even explain." The grandmother called for Pippa's death to help fix a "broken" system. "This grief didn't come from an accident, it came from what I believe is a total neglect, medical neglect," she added. "Please don't look away, please help us change this system so no one else loses a child this way." Since the death of his daughter, Brock White has admittedly struggled to cope with the loss. "At the start, I couldn't believe it," he said. "I thought it was a nightmare. The anger, the frustration, the disbelief that I'd lost my baby girl. No more kisses on the cheek or cuddles. We as a family had lost part of us." Mr White told the court he took up drinking "first thing" in the morning. He would finish bottles but "nothing helped". The grieving father then signed up to play rugby league and rugby union so he "could hurt somebody and get hurt". "I needed to be hurt physically," he added. "I also had to show there was a positive way to deal with emotions through sport." No longer can Mr White listen to the radio or watch the news for fear it will result in a panic attack. Since the first coronial inquest into Pippa's death in July 2024, her mother has advocated for change to a health system she blames for her daughter's death. "The health system have ripped away any beautiful memory we could have ever made with her," Ms White said. "We have been robbed of all our hopes and dreams with our daughter Pippa. Given a life sentence. "On those two days Pip was in the hospital, our precious daughter fell through the cracks of our already failing and struggling health system." Ms White asked those in the courtroom to imagine this death had happened to someone they loved. She asked them to keep that in mind during the duration of the inquest. "It's up to us to enact change to save your Pippas," Ms White added. "There's no end to the pain and suffering we as her family and friends will feel. "So take the time and as long as necessary to consider what recommendations can be put forward. Let this be the one that generates the change." The inquest continues. The "broken" family of a toddler whose death at Orange Hospital is the subject of a NSW coronial inquest has issued heart-breaking statements on the first day of the hearing. At around 2pm on Sunday, June 12, 2022 Pippa Mae White was admitted to Cowra hospital by her mother with a fever, low oxygen levels and laboured breathing. She was sent home due to long wait times but her condition worsened and her mother Annah White took her back. After assessing the two-year-old girl, an ambulance was organised to transport her to Orange Hospital. She arrived at Orange Hospital at about 9.20pm that night and died of sepsis the following day. Speaking from the NSW Coroners Court at Lidcombe on May 26, 2025, Pippa's grandmother and former nurse, Marianne Stonestreet, said she left her farm on Sunday and travelled to Orange Hospital. "I was shocked and appalled at Pippa's condition," Ms Stonestreet said. "It was obvious to me that she was critically unwell. Pippa didn't even react to my arrival. Usually she would run into your arms, hug, kiss. Her energy lit up the room. This time nothing." Pippa and her mother were taken to the children's ward. Due to Covid restrictions and it being outside of visiting hours, Ms Stonestreet was not allowed to accompany them. She then left the hospital "sick with worry". "I believe the hospital system, and the medical decisions made that (Sunday) night are responsible for her loss and for our family's ongoing grief," she said. "I am broken and I am angry in ways I can not even explain." The grandmother called for Pippa's death to help fix a "broken" system. "This grief didn't come from an accident, it came from what I believe is a total neglect, medical neglect," she added. "Please don't look away, please help us change this system so no one else loses a child this way." Since the death of his daughter, Brock White has admittedly struggled to cope with the loss. "At the start, I couldn't believe it," he said. "I thought it was a nightmare. The anger, the frustration, the disbelief that I'd lost my baby girl. No more kisses on the cheek or cuddles. We as a family had lost part of us." Mr White told the court he took up drinking "first thing" in the morning. He would finish bottles but "nothing helped". The grieving father then signed up to play rugby league and rugby union so he "could hurt somebody and get hurt". "I needed to be hurt physically," he added. "I also had to show there was a positive way to deal with emotions through sport." No longer can Mr White listen to the radio or watch the news for fear it will result in a panic attack. Since the first coronial inquest into Pippa's death in July 2024, her mother has advocated for change to a health system she blames for her daughter's death. "The health system have ripped away any beautiful memory we could have ever made with her," Ms White said. "We have been robbed of all our hopes and dreams with our daughter Pippa. Given a life sentence. "On those two days Pip was in the hospital, our precious daughter fell through the cracks of our already failing and struggling health system." Ms White asked those in the courtroom to imagine this death had happened to someone they loved. She asked them to keep that in mind during the duration of the inquest. "It's up to us to enact change to save your Pippas," Ms White added. "There's no end to the pain and suffering we as her family and friends will feel. "So take the time and as long as necessary to consider what recommendations can be put forward. Let this be the one that generates the change." The inquest continues. The "broken" family of a toddler whose death at Orange Hospital is the subject of a NSW coronial inquest has issued heart-breaking statements on the first day of the hearing. At around 2pm on Sunday, June 12, 2022 Pippa Mae White was admitted to Cowra hospital by her mother with a fever, low oxygen levels and laboured breathing. She was sent home due to long wait times but her condition worsened and her mother Annah White took her back. After assessing the two-year-old girl, an ambulance was organised to transport her to Orange Hospital. She arrived at Orange Hospital at about 9.20pm that night and died of sepsis the following day. Speaking from the NSW Coroners Court at Lidcombe on May 26, 2025, Pippa's grandmother and former nurse, Marianne Stonestreet, said she left her farm on Sunday and travelled to Orange Hospital. "I was shocked and appalled at Pippa's condition," Ms Stonestreet said. "It was obvious to me that she was critically unwell. Pippa didn't even react to my arrival. Usually she would run into your arms, hug, kiss. Her energy lit up the room. This time nothing." Pippa and her mother were taken to the children's ward. Due to Covid restrictions and it being outside of visiting hours, Ms Stonestreet was not allowed to accompany them. She then left the hospital "sick with worry". "I believe the hospital system, and the medical decisions made that (Sunday) night are responsible for her loss and for our family's ongoing grief," she said. "I am broken and I am angry in ways I can not even explain." The grandmother called for Pippa's death to help fix a "broken" system. "This grief didn't come from an accident, it came from what I believe is a total neglect, medical neglect," she added. "Please don't look away, please help us change this system so no one else loses a child this way." Since the death of his daughter, Brock White has admittedly struggled to cope with the loss. "At the start, I couldn't believe it," he said. "I thought it was a nightmare. The anger, the frustration, the disbelief that I'd lost my baby girl. No more kisses on the cheek or cuddles. We as a family had lost part of us." Mr White told the court he took up drinking "first thing" in the morning. He would finish bottles but "nothing helped". The grieving father then signed up to play rugby league and rugby union so he "could hurt somebody and get hurt". "I needed to be hurt physically," he added. "I also had to show there was a positive way to deal with emotions through sport." No longer can Mr White listen to the radio or watch the news for fear it will result in a panic attack. Since the first coronial inquest into Pippa's death in July 2024, her mother has advocated for change to a health system she blames for her daughter's death. "The health system have ripped away any beautiful memory we could have ever made with her," Ms White said. "We have been robbed of all our hopes and dreams with our daughter Pippa. Given a life sentence. "On those two days Pip was in the hospital, our precious daughter fell through the cracks of our already failing and struggling health system." Ms White asked those in the courtroom to imagine this death had happened to someone they loved. She asked them to keep that in mind during the duration of the inquest. "It's up to us to enact change to save your Pippas," Ms White added. "There's no end to the pain and suffering we as her family and friends will feel. "So take the time and as long as necessary to consider what recommendations can be put forward. Let this be the one that generates the change." The inquest continues.
