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      Knowing your rights in a health-care setting

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      Learn about your rights when it comes to making your own health-care decisions and your right to privacy.

      Cystic fibrosis

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      Find out about cystic fibrosis and what you need to know to take care of it. Learn about how it can affect things such as exercise, nutrition and sleep and what you can do about it. Find resources to help you understand your rights with regards to your health care and help you to transition to adult care.

      Sickle cell disease: Useful research terms and resources

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      You and your child may be asked to join a clinical research trial or other types of research to help research teams study new treatments and better understand the impact of sickle cell disease on families. Learn about types of research and where to find more information about sickle cell disease research.

      Sickle cell disease: Useful research terms and resources

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      You may be asked to join a clinical research trial or other types of research to help research teams study new treatments and better understand the impact of sickle cell disease on families. Learn about types of research and where to find more information about sickle cell disease research.

      The right to safe spaces

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      Learn about your right to receive care and services in a safe and welcoming environment, including at school, work and in health-care environments.

      Taking part in decisions when you have cancer

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      When you're diagnosed with cancer, it may feel like your parents, caregivers and health-care team are making all of the decisions for you. Read about how you can be more involved in decisions that affect you and your health.

      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.

      Keeping kids on the move

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      Find out how active transportation and child-friendly communities can help children be more independent and physically active.

      Being part of your baby's health-care team

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      Learn how parents can effectively participate in the care of a baby in the NICU.

      Transition to adult care

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      Find out how to prepare your child for taking charge of their own health-care, as they transition from the paediatric to adult health-care system.

      Accessibility and support when working

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      Find out about the supports that are available to you to help you succeed at work.

      The right to safe spaces

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      Everyone has the right to receive care and services in a safe, welcoming environment. Learn more about your child’s rights to safe spaces.

      Cancer research and your teenager

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      Learn about ongoing cancer research and your teenager's role in research and clinical trials.

      Getting the most from your support systems

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      Fat in children's food: What you need to know

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      Fat is an essential part of your child or teen’s diet. Learn why, and how to make sure your child is getting enough of the right kind of fat.

      Hemophilia and sex

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      Information and tips on sex for teens living with hemophilia.

      Cancer research

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      Find out how cancer research works, what clinical trials are and what role you play in research.

      Brain tumour diagnosis and advocating for your child in school

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      Detailed information concerning how to advocate for your child as soon as she in back in school, and balancing treatment with education.

      Staying at the hospital: Advice for teens

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      Being in the hospital does not have to mean no fun. Learn tips on how to make the most out of your stay.

      Organized sports: A winning formula for children

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      Learn about the benefits of taking part in organized sports for your child.

      Relationship with your partner when your child has cancer

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      It can be very common for parents to experience increased difficulties in their relationships with partners or spouses when their child has cancer. Read about how you and your partner can cope separately and together.

      Behavioural disorders: Signs and symptoms

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      Learn about the main symptoms of oppositional defiant disorder and conduct disorder.

      Surgery for hypospadias

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      Learn what to expect when preparing your child for hypospadias surgery.

      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.

      Moving on: Working when you have a health condition

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      Learn about some of the points to consider when entering the workforce as a teen with a health condition.

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