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      Screen time: How to prevent digital eyestrain

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      Math disabilities: Overview

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      A math disability is when a child has significant challenges with math. Learn about math disabilities, their symptoms, and how they are diagnosed and treated.

      Temperature taking

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      Learn how to correctly take your child's temperature when they have a fever, depending on their age, and which methods to avoid.

      Learning disabilities: Overview

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      A learning disability can be related to reading, writing or math. Learn about the symptoms, diagnosis and treatment of learning disabilities.

      Reading disabilities: Overview

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      A reading disability is a specific type of learning disability. Learn about the symptoms of a reading disability, diagnosis and treatment.

      Writing disabilities: Overview

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      A writing disability is when a child has significant challenges with writing. Learn about writing disabilities, their symptoms, and how they are diagnosed and treated.

      Financial support for autism spectrum disorder (ASD)

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      Information about where to obtain financial assistance if you have a child with autism spectrum disorder.

      Virtual care: How to accurately measure your child’s height and weight at home

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      Be prepared for a virtual care visit by learning how to accurately measure your child’s height and weight using supplies you have at home.

      Outcomes for premature babies

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      Learn about possible outcomes for premature babies.

      Lennox-Gastaut syndrome

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      Read about the causes and symptoms of Lennox-Gastaut syndrome epilepsy and how the condition is treated.

      Acute pain: How to assess in older children

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      Discover how to assess acute pain in an older child (age six to 12) at home and in medical settings.

      Premature babies: Advocating for your child at school

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      Your goal is to work with your child's teacher to get the best education for your child. Your child has the right to attend school and if you feel they're not getting a "fair shake," get involved with the administration.

      Behavioural and learning issues

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      Read about various behavioral problems that premature babies may develop as they grow. In general, the most premature babies are more at risk.

      Family support and respite services for autism spectrum disorder (ASD)

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      Provides information about the resources available for family support and respite when a child in the family has autism spectrum disorder.


      Transitioning to adult care: Resources

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      A list of resources for transitioning to adult care.

      Menstruation and developmental disability

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      Suggestions for parents and caregivers of a young person with a developmental disability who has just started or is about to start menstruating. Menstrual suppression of periods is also discussed.

      Dyslexia

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      Dyslexia is a learning disability that affects reading and spelling. Learn more about strategies to support your child’s specific needs.

      Learning disabilities

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      A child with a learning disability has significant challenges with reading, writing and/or math. These learning problems can affect how they perform in school. Learn more about learning disabilities, their symptoms, and how they are diagnosed and treated.

      Acute pain: How to assess in young children

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      Find out how to assess acute pain in your young child (age two to five) at home and in medical settings.

      Medication coverage in Ontario

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      Learn about the different kinds of medication coverage in Ontario.


      Polyarticular juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA)

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      Polyarticular arthritis is the second most common type of JIA in young people. Polyarticular arthritis affects five or more joints within the first six months of symptoms. Learn more about the two different types of polyarticular arthritis.

      Osteotomy for developmental dysplasia of the hip

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      An osteotomy is a surgical procedure in which the bone is cut and realigned or reshaped. Learn why a child with developmental dysplasia of the hip may need an osteotomy and what to expect after surgery.

      Behavioural strategies for pain management

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      Learn about behavioural strategies such as biofeedback and CBT. These strategies can be used for effective pain management for children.

      What does the future hold for a child with epilepsy

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      The prognosis of an illness is a forecast of how it will develop and the outcome after treatment. Read about the factors that affect the prognosis of a child with epilepsy.

      Transitioning to adult care: Resources

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      A list of resources for when your child is transitioning to adult care.

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