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      Clostridium difficile (C. difficile)

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      Learn what Clostridium difficile is, the symptoms of an infection and how it is spread. The best way to stop the spread of C. difficile is by handwashing.

      Hepatitis C

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      World Hepatitis Day is July 28. Learn about hepatitis C, a virus that affects the liver, and find out how to live with the disease as a teen.

      Hepatitis C: Information for children

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      Hepatitis C is a virus that affects the liver. If you have hepatitis as a child, learn about how you got it and how you can look after yourself.

      Hepatitis C

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      Hepatitis C is an infection caused by a virus. This page provides an overview of signs, symptoms, transmission and treatment of hepatitis C.

      HIV and pregnancy

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      If you are infected with HIV and pregnant, learn how certain medicines can lower the risk of passing HIV on to your baby.

      Cecostomy tube insertion using image guidance

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      Find information about what a cecostomy tube (C-tube) is and why it is used. Also learn about how a C-tube is inserted, the risks and how to care for it once it is inserted.

      Multisystem inflammatory syndrome in children (MIS-C)

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      Learn about multisystem inflammatory syndrome in children (MIS-C), a rare syndrome linked to a SARS-CoV-2 infection.

      Ulcerative colitis

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      ​​Information for parents and children with the inflammatory bowel disease, ulcerative colitis.

      Scoliosis: Understanding diagnosis

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      This page gives a brief introduction to the diagnosis of scoliosis. Usually a health-care professional doing a routine scoliosis check at the school will pick up on the problem, although sometimes a parent notices it first.

      The impact of juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA) on the family

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      This page describes the impact arthritis can have on the family. When your teen has arthritis, it can affect your family activities, but there are ways to manage this impact.

      Myelogram: Caring for your child at home after the procedure

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      Learn how to how to care for your child at home after a myelogram.

      Anorexia nervosa: How to help your child at home

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      Learn how you can support your child or teen as they recover from anorexia nervosa.

      Food safety basics

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      Learn how to prepare, store and cook food safely to minimize the risk of illness.

      Impact of cancer on your family

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      Learn about the impact your child's cancer diagnosis can have on your family, and some strategies that can help your family cope.

      Adjusting insulin when using an insulin pump

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      Find out how to adjust your child's insulin doses at home when using a pump.

      HIV and your child

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      Learn how children get HIV, how it affects their bodies, and what you need to do as a parent to keep your child as healthy as possible.

      Choanal atresia: Bilateral

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      In bilateral choanal atresia both sides of the nasal passage are blocked by bone or soft tissue. Learn what happens during surgery and how to take care of your child at home.

      Cecostomy tube: Common problems

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      Learn about some of the problems your child may have if they have a cecostomy tube (C-tube). Problems can include the C-tube moving, falling out, getting blocked or causing skin problems.

      Bulimia nervosa: How you can help your child at home

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      Find out how you can help your child or teen recover from bulimia nervosa.

      Myringotomy and ear tubes: Care at home after the procedure

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      A myringotomy is a surgical procedure in which tiny soft tubes are placed in a child's ear to drain fluid. Learn how to care for a myringotomy at home.

      Avoidant/restrictive food intake disorder (ARFID): How to help your child at home

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      Find out what you can do to help your child or teen recover from avoidant/restrictive food intake disorder.

      Appendectomy

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      Appendectomy is an operation to remove the appendix. Your child may need an appendectomy if they have appendicitis (infection of the appendix).

      Chronic pain: How to assess in young children

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      Discover the signs of chronic pain in a young child and how chronic pain is assessed in medical settings.

      Second-hand smoke

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      Second-hand smoke is harmful for babies and children. Learn tips on keeping your home 100% smoke-free.

      Abscess drainage using image guidance: Caring for your child at home after the drainage tube removal

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      Learn how to properly care for your child at home after an abscess drainage tube removal.

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