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CPR in a child (from age 1 to puberty)

CPR is a life-saving technique that combines chest compressions and rescue breaths (mouth-to-mouth resuscitation).

Complications of sickle cell disease

In addition to anemia and pain, some people with sickle cell disease can have other less common complications. Learn about some of the complications that can happen because of sickle cell disease.

Sickle cell disease: Overview

Sickle cell disease is an inherited blood disorder. Learn about the signs and symptoms, potential treatments and when to call 911.

Hemophilia: Accessing emergency care

Teens living with hemophilia can learn helpful tips on how to access care in case of an emergency.

Complications of sickle cell disease

In addition to anemia and pain, some people with sickle cell disease can have other less common complications. Learn about some of the complications that can happen because of sickle cell disease.

Central nervous system germ cell tumours (CNS-GCT)

This page gives an overview of the different types of germ cell tumours, what the symptoms of germ cell tumours are and how they are treated.

Stem cell transplants for sickle cell disease

Your child's health-care team may offer stem cell transplants to treat your child's sickle cell disease. Learn about the treatment, including its benefits and risks.

Sickle cell disease: Diet and exercise

Diet and exercise directly affect your child’s sickle cell disease and how they feel. Read about how a healthy diet, enough water and regular exercise can help manage sickle cell disease.

Sickle cell disease and types of communication

Learn about different types of communication and find out why good communication is important when you have sickle cell disease.

Screen time for teens: Overview

Find out what screen time is, how much time you should be spending online and how too much screen time can impact your mental health.

Food allergies and travelling

Learn how to make travel safer for a child with a food allergy.

Sickle cell disease: Encouraging your teen's independence

Teens with sickle cell disease may need encouragement to become more independent with taking their medications as instructed, filling their prescriptions and making clinic appointments. Learn what you can do to encourage your teen to manage their condition independently.

Cyberbullying

​Cyberbullying happens through the internet, texting or social media. Learn about what it looks like and what you can do for your child.

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.

What is cancer?

There are many types of cancer, but there are some things that are similar in most cancers. Learn about cells, tumours and how cancer spreads.

Managing your finances

Germ cell tumours

Germ cell tumours are a type of cancer that start in the germ cells. Learn about where germ cell tumours are most commonly found, how they are diagnosed and the main types of treatment.

Symptoms of sickle cell disease

Sickle cell disease symptoms can be different for each person, but the most common symptoms are anemia and pain. Read about why these symptoms happen in people with sickle cell disease.

Visiting your child in the Post-Anesthetic Care Unit (PACU)

Learn what to expect when you visit your child in the Post-Anesthetic Care Unit (PACU), sometimes called recovery.

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 consent for your child to participate.

Filgrastim for Stem Cell Donors

Your child will receive a medicine called filgrastim. This information sheet explains what filgrastim does, how it is given, what side effects or problems you or your child may have when using this medicine specifically for stem cell collection and who to

Genes and acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL) in children

Learn how gene changes can cause acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL).

Intramuscular injections: Injecting at home

Learn how to give your child injections into the muscle (intramuscular) at home and tips to make the injections less painful for your child.

Sickle cell disease: Types of treatments and medications

Managing and treating sickle cell disease may involve different types of treatments and medications. Learn what these are and why it is important to talk to your health-care team about all your treatments and medications.

Living with sickle cell disease

Children with sickle cell disease (SCD) can participate in physical activity as long as they have more frequent rest periods and increased hydration. Academically, most children with SCD will perform as well as their peers.