Ocular albinism (OA) is a genetic condition that affects the pigment in the eyes. It causes poor eyesight. OA does not affect the pigment in the skin or the hair.
Albinism is a genetic condition that causes a person to have no, or very little, pigment in the eyes and sometimes in the skin and hair also. Albinism is passed from parent to child because of a genetic mutation.
Genetics can play an important role in your family's health. Learn more about genetics; genetic counselling, screening, and diagnosis; different genetic conditions; and how genetics relate to understanding and managing overall health.
Discover how cataracts develop in children and how they can be treated.
Learn about eye examinations, the optometrist’s role and the equipment used, so you can prepare your child, and yourself, for the vision test.
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A list of helpful glossary terms for Teens Taking Charge Managing Your Hemophilia program.
A list of resources for young people who may be questioning their gender identity or sexual orientation.
In this edition: Child life specialist, Rachael, and Librarian, Brian, practice book stretching.
25 minutes; Ages 11 and under
Choose your captain and complete missions in space by learning to recognize emotions and respond to them appropriately.
Acne is the most common skin condition in teens. Learn what it is, what it looks like and how you can treat it.
A bone marrow transplant may be a treatment for some types of cancer. Read about what to expect before, during and after a bone marrow transplant.
The side effects from chemotherapy medications are not the same for everyone. Find out what the possible side effects of taking chemotherapy medications are and how they can be managed.
Find out the answers to several frequently asked questions about scoliosis from leading spine surgeons. Trusted answers from The Hospital for Sick Children.
Cystic fibrosis (CF) affects different systems in your body, not just the respiratory system. There may also be changes in your liver, pancreas, intestines, muscles, bones, and reproductive organs.
This hub offers information and tools to help teens understand what to expect before, during and after kidney transplant surgery.
Learn about conditions that affect the liver, pancreas and gastrointestinal system. Find out about diagnostic procedures, treatment and more.
Hang out with Rachael as she walks you through an animal-themed calming and sleepy guided relaxation. Perfect for before bed or when you're feeling anxious or stressed.
Therapeutic clown A. Leboo shows us why it is important to wash our hands properly. By covering his hands with paint, you will see all of the places that didn't get washed properly - yikes!
Therapeutic clown Soleil and Child Life Specialist Rachel give us reasons why it's good for us to be silly. What is your favourite silly thing to do?
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