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Bleeding: First aid

An overview of the first aid treatment of bleeding and the prevention of shock.

First aid kit

Find a list of supplies and medicines to include in a first aid kit. It is recommended that there be an equipped first aid kit in the house and in the car.

Menstrual suppression

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Menstrual suppression uses medications to make periods more manageable. The following decision aid will help you learn about the options available for menstrual suppression and identify the options that may be best for your child or teen.

Cuts and scrapes in children: First aid

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Learn how to treat cuts, scrapes and other minor injuries in children.

Burns: First aid

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An overview on how to properly care for your child's burn.

Slings: How to make a basic sling

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Learn how to make simple but effective forearm and collarbone slings with this illustrated step-by-step guide.

Tooth injury: First aid

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Read about some of the things you can do if your child has a tooth injury.

Poison: First aid

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Learn how to identify signs of poisoning in your child, and how to treat and prevent it.

Recovery position: First aid at home

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An overview of what the recovery position is, when you might need to use it and how to put your child in it.

Enoxaparin

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Your child needs to take the medicine called enoxaparin. This information sheet explains what enoxaparin does, how to give it, and what side effects or problems your child may have when they take this medicine.

CPR in a baby (0 to 12 months): First aid

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CPR is a life-saving technique that combines chest compressions and rescue breaths (mouth-to-mouth resuscitation). Along with hands-on CPR training, this information can help save your baby's life.

Tinzaparin

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Your child needs to take the medicine called tinzaparin. This information sheet explains what tinzaparin does, how to give it, and what side effects or problems your child may have when he takes this medicine.

Burns

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Burns can lead to permanent scars. Find out how to prevent your child from getting a burn injury and what to do if a burn does occur.

Eye injuries: First aid

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Learn how to properly care for your child's eye injury, discover potential causes and know when to seek medical attention.

Complications of joint disease in hemophilia: Arthritis and synovitis

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Teens living with hemophilia can learn about the main complications of joint disease: arthritis and synovitis.

Resources

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An essential list of books, videos, and websites to aid new parents in raising a child to the best of their abilities.

Animal bites: First aid

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Learn how to properly care for your child if they have been bitten or scratched by an animal.

Safety & the environment

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Information for parents about indoor and outdoor safety, car and travel safety, and poison prevention. Also find first aid resources including information about animal bites, insect bites and sunburns.

Choking: First aid

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An overview of how to help your child when they are choking. Along with hands-on CPR training, this information can help save your child’s life.

Dermatology

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Information about common skin conditions such as eczema, diaper rash, sunburn, warts, head lice, hair loss, birthmarks and more. Also learn about first aid and everyday care so your child can have healthy hair, skin and nails.

What is a menstrual period?

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Learn more about menstrual periods, what is considered normal, and when you should see your doctor about your periods.

Cochlear implant

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A cochlear implant is an electronic device that helps your child hear better. Learn what is involved in cochlear implant surgery.

Ostomy

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An ostomy is an opening to collect urine or stool outside the body. Learn about different types of ostomies and what they look like.

Supplementation for breastfeeding babies

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Supplementation is a way to give your baby extra nutrition and calories while breastfeeding. Read about what supplies are required and tips for successful feeding.

Intraventricular hemorrhage (IVH) in premature babies

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Read about intraventricular hemorrhage (IVH), or bleeding in the brain, in premature babies.