More young people than ever being treated for eating disorders

Almost ten thousand children and young people started treatment between April and December last year

I'm Matt Jones with news that more young people than ever are being treated by the NHS for eating disorders - that's according to new figures released by NHS chiefs. Almost ten thousand children and young people started treatment between April and December last year - that's up by a quarter. Doctors say signs of eating disorders in children include becoming more picky or having a negative self-image about their weight and appearance. There'll be more on this and other stories right here on Care Radio.

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