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      Contraception (birth control)

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      Contraception is used to prevent pregnancy. Learn about the different types of contraception including how they work and how you can get them.

      Birth control and pregnancy

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      Sex and relationships after a transplant

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      Teenagers with diabetes

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      Discover how to help your teenager manage their diabetes and how it will affect their day-to-day lives.

      What to avoid before scoliosis surgery

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      There are certain preparatory steps that must be followed prior to having surgery. Learn about some things to avoid leading up to an operation for scoliosis.

      Sexuality and cancer (ages 14 and up)

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      Sexuality is a healthy and normal part of life. Find out what sexuality is, how it is impacted by cancer and what you need to know to make safer choices about sex.

      Sexuality and cancer (ages 12 and 13)

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      Learn about sexuality and how it can be impacted by a cancer diagnosis and treatment. You can also find information on making safer choices about sex.

      Amenorrhea

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      Amenorrhea is the prolonged absence of a menstrual period. Learn about amenorrhea, possible causes and how it can be treated.

      Dysmenorrhea

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      Dysmenorrhea (painful period cramps) is the most common symptom reported by teens during their periods. Learn about the types of dysmenorrhea, symptoms and how it can be treated.

      HIV and teens

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      Information on HIV for teens including how people get HIV, managing HIV, disclosure and transitioning to adult health care.

      Hemophilia: Accessing emergency care

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

      Intestinal failure: Transitions during adolescence

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      Find information to help support your teen (12 to 18 years of age) with intestinal failure transition through developmental ages and stages.

      Transposition of the great arteries (TGA)

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      Transposition of the great arteries (TGA) is a condition where the arteries connected to the heart are in the wrong spot. Learn about the diagnosis, treatment and what you can expect in the future.

      Arteriovenous malformation (AVM)

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      An arteriovenous malformation (AVM) is a complex tangle of abnormal blood vessels that can affect the brain and central nervous system. Learn about the signs and symptoms, how an AVM is diagnosed, and the different treatment options.

      Heat-related illness in young athletes

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      Learn how to prevent and treat heat-related illness in children and teens who exercise in hot and humid conditions.

      Tetanus

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      Learn about tetanus, a life-threatening infection. Updated immunizations in children and adults can prevent tetanus.

      Hemophilia: What happens during a bleed?

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      Teens living with hemophilia can find out what happens during a bleed. Learn about the symptoms of a bleed.

      Specialists outside the liver transplant program

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      Learn about the specialists who will be part of your care prior to, during and after your transplant.

      Cancer and your lifestyle

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      Listen to what other teens have to say about the impact of cancer on lifestyle and making healthy choices now and in the future.

      Regular check-ups when taking immunosuppressants

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      Deep vein thrombosis (DVT)

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      Learn what blood clots are, how they form, how they are treated, and complications that can occur because of them.

      Ganciclovir (Intravenous)

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      Your child needs to take the medicine called ganciclovir. This information sheet explains what ganciclovir does, how it is given, and what side effects or problems your child may have when they take this medicine.

      Asparaginase

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      Your child needs to take the medicine called asparaginase. This information sheet explains what asparaginase does, how to give it, and what side effects or problems your child may have when they take this medicine.

      COVID-19 and chronic pain in children and teens

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      Learn about how to help children and teens with chronic pain cope during the COVID-19 pandemic, and which medications are used to treat chronic pain.

      Needle pokes: Reducing pain with comfort positions and distraction

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      ​Find out how you can use comfortable positions and distractions with your child to ease pain from needle pokes.

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