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A mother whose premature baby developed a misshapen head has hit out at the NHS after it refused treatment.
Michelle Askam, from Leeds, said nine-month old Molly had plagiocephaly and spent six months wearing a helmet to correct her head shape.
The NHS refused treatment saying it was a cosmetic issue and the Askam family had to fund the ?2,000 cost.
Mrs Askam said she was angry NHS money was available for some cosmetic breast enlargement or tattoo removal.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-leeds-22610040
Michelle Askam, from Leeds, said nine-month old Molly had plagiocephaly and spent six months wearing a helmet to correct her head shape.
The NHS refused treatment saying it was a cosmetic issue and the Askam family had to fund the ?2,000 cost.
Mrs Askam said she was angry NHS money was available for some cosmetic breast enlargement or tattoo removal.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-leeds-22610040