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In the May issue:
Perspectives
Drewett reflects on the social aspects behind the development of eating habits by children. (p 377)
Craft discusses the difficulties behind making the "right" decisions for children. (p 378)
Eiser argues that formal assessment of quality of life as part of medical care of children is possible and necessary. (p 379)
Leading article
The role and importance of continuity of care in provision of modern, complex paediatrics is discussed.
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