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Bell's palsy

An overview of the symptoms, causes and treatment of this sudden partial facial weakness.

Diagnosing JIA

Several exams and tests are done in order to diagnose arthritis. A complete medical history, physical exam, blood tests, and imaging studies such as MRI and X-rays are needed.

Insect bites

Discover how to recognize, treat and prevent insect bites, bee and wasp stings, and when to seek medical attention.

Acute cerebellar ataxia (acute post-infectious cerebellar ataxia)

Learn about the most common cause of ataxia in children.  

Types of sickle cell disease

There are three main types of sickle cell disease. Learn how each type is inherited (passed down in families) and how it affects hemoglobin.

Celiac disease

May is Celiac Awareness Month. Learn about the symptoms, diagnosis and treatment, and how gluten affects people with celiac disease.

A camp's guide for supporting campers with celiac disease

Learn about celiac disease and the strict gluten-free diet and how you can create an inclusive and safe environment for campers with celiac disease.

Celiac disease and the gluten-free diet

Complete this module to learn all about cross-contamination and how to read ingredient labels to help you follow the gluten-free diet.

Celiac disease: eLearning modules

Celiac disease is a lifelong condition. These eLearning modules will help you learn about the symptoms of celiac disease, how celiac disease is diagnosed, how it is treated and how gluten affects people with celiac disease. Also learn about special considerations for people who have both celiac disease and type 1 diabetes.

Chronic lung disease of prematurity

Learn about the common causes of chronic lung disease in premature babies and the ways to diagnose and treat it.

Addison's disease and diabetes

Addison's disease is a rare autoimmune disease. Learn about the signs and treatment and why it occurs more often in people with type 1 diabetes.

Disease-modifying anti-rheumatic drugs (DMARDs) for JIA

Disease-modifying anti-rheumatic drugs (DMARDs) may be used when other drugs have not been effective in the management of JIA inflammation. Find out how DMARDs work, what their side effects are, and lists which DMARDs are available for the treatment of arthritis.

Disease-modifying anti-rheumatic drugs (DMARDs) for JIA

What is sickle cell disease?

Learn what sickle cell disease is, how someone might get sickle cell disease and how common it is.

Types of sickle cell disease

There are three main types of sickle cell disease. Learn how each type is inherited (passed down in families) and how it affects hemoglobin.

Sickle cell disease: Useful research terms and resources

You and your child may be asked to join a clinical research trial or other types of research to help research teams study new treatments and better understand the impact of sickle cell disease on families. Learn about types of research and where to find more information about sickle cell disease research.

Navigating holidays with celiac disease

Learn how planning ahead, managing expectations and staying positive can help you to enjoy the holidays while following a strict gluten-free diet for your child with celiac disease.

How the Sickle Cell Disease Learning Hub is organized

Learn about the different sections and topics in the Sickle Cell Disease Learning Hub and what to expect from each one.

How the Sickle cell Disease Learning Hub is organized

Learn about the different sections and topics in the Sickle Cell Disease Learning Hub and what to expect from each one.

Celiac disease and diabetes

An overview of the connection between type 1 diabetes and celiac disease, including diagnosis and treatment of the condition in children with diabetes.

Mindfulness meditations for celiac disease

A series of guided audio meditations to help you relax, focus on your thoughts and cope with pain and stress related to the daily stress of managing celiac disease.

Talking to your school about your sickle cell disease

Find out why it is important to talk to your school about your sickle cell disease and learn about the accommodations that may be available at your middle or high school, college or university.

Sickle cell disease research

Research can help health-care providers test new treatments and help them learn how sickle cell disease affects patients and their families. Learn about the risks and benefits of participating in research and about giving your consent to participate.