We are always being advised about the importance of washing our hands, but are antibacterial products really the answer to our problems?

I seem to spend half my life loitering outside toilets. No, I am not some sort of pervert, but I have an autistic son who has a penchant for cleanliness

One of the biggest problems for people with disabilities, particularly those with a learning disability like autism is the limited opportunity for social inclusion.

I must confess I'm not one for "diets". Have you ever wondered why there are so many different types around? Could it be they just don't work?

The last few days have made me realise how important it is to live for the day and value your health.

Apparently this week is autism awareness week. For those of us who have children with autism, every week is autism awareness week - every week, every day, every hour, every minute, every second. There's no escape, and for some the reality is very hard to take.

Education is the key to life and if a child leaves with low literacy skills his or her employment prospects could be seriously impaired. Unfortunately, these days it's usually the formal qualifications you have which gets you the first foot in the door.

Many autistic individuals self harm but surely the parents should be allowed to decide how to best help keep their children safe.

There's no question an active body and an active mind are the keys to longevity as this 101 year old marathon runner proves.

Being overweight and obesity have been blamed for many medial problems, but now it seems, it's also the cause of some plane crashes - especially the smaller ones.