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Poison ivy

Do you know what poison ivy looks like? Learn how to recognize a poison ivy plant and how to treat the rash if your child is exposed.

Social and emotional development in toddlers and preschool-age children

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As a toddler, and during pre-school age, your child continues to grow socially and emotionally. Find out more about this developmental phase, and whether your child is on track to achieving specific milestones.

Social and emotional development in school-age children

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During the school-age years, your child continues to grow socially and emotionally. Find out more about this developmental phase, and whether your child is on track to achieving specific milestones.

Getting help when your child is in hospital

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Coping with your child's illness as a parent means taking care of yourself. Learn practical stress relief approaches for parents.

Social and emotional effects of having leukemia

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Learn how surviving leukemia can affect a child as they grow up.

Winter holiday safety

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The holiday season is a great time for children, but it can also lead to injuries. Read these simple tips to keep kids safe during the holidays.

Nutrition: How a balanced diet can help you when a child is in hospital

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Caring for an ill child is stressful. Learn some helpful tips about healthy eating on the go.

Coarctation of the aorta

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Learn about coarctation of the aorta, a condition that involves a narrowing of the major artery leading from the heart to the body, affecting blood pressure. Find out how this condition can impact your life now and in the future.

Congenital malformations of the gastrointestinal tract

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Read about various types of congenital malformations of the gastrointestinal (GI) tract.

Types of cancer in young people

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The types of cancer that children and teenagers get are often different from the types that older adults get. Learn about some of the more common types of cancer in young people.

Biopsies and cancer diagnosis

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A biopsy allows doctors to look at the tumour cells to diagnose the type of cancer you may have. Find out about the different types of biopsies, why you may need a biopsy and the potential risks.

The reproductive systems

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Learn about the different parts of the male and female reproductive systems, including the proper terminology for reproductive organs and genitals.

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.

Ingrown toenail

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An ingrown toenail occurs when the side of the nail grows into the surrounding skin. Learn what causes this condition and how it can be treated.

Preventing developmental dysplasia of the hip

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While DDH cannot always be prevented, there are hip healthy practices that may reduce the risk of developing DDH. Read about the practices and equipment that may help.

Hybrid procedure

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The hybrid procedure is sometimes done instead of the Norwood procedure. A heart surgeon and an interventional cardiologist do the procedure.

Treatment of heart conditions

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Learn about the treatment of heart conditions. Find out about the different types of heart treatment and the right questions you should ask the doctor about the treatment.

Ventriculostomy and shunts for brain tumours

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An in-depth description of the option of shunts for children suffering from brain tumours.

An overview of the brain

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An in-depth overview of the brain and how it works. Read further to find out the different parts of the brain and what they do, how the brain is organized, and what the brain is made of.

Epilepsy surgery: Temporal resection

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Temporal resection is the surgical removal of part of the temporal lobe. Read about the risks and benefits of temporal resection and possible complications.

Bleeding: First aid

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An overview of the first aid treatment of bleeding and the prevention of shock.

Balloon angioplasty

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Balloon angioplasty, also known as balloon dilation, is used to expand narrowed blood vessels. Read more about angioplasty.

Diagnosis of rhabdoid tumours

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This page describes what is involved in the diagnosis of rhabdoid tumours.

The health-care team: Who will be taking care of your child on the day of surgery?

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When your child comes to the hospital for surgery, you will meet many different members of the health-care team. Learn about the role each of these people play in your child’s care.

Gliomas

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Gliomas are a type of brain tumour. Find out what causes them, types of gliomas and possible symptoms.