Brain tumours can affect the brain and central nervous system. Learn about the signs and symptoms, diagnosis, treatment and prognosis for brain tumours in teenagers.
The mind-body, or brain-body, connection is the link between a person’s thoughts, feelings and behaviour and their physical symptoms. Learn about the role that this connection plays in your child's health.
Babies, children and adults all need iron to keep their bodies healthy. Discover sources of iron and how to get enough.
An overview of the many different health-care professionals that are involved in the care of a child with a brain tumour.
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.
Learn how an eye patch can force the weaker eye to work harder so the vision in the eye improves.
A step-by-step guide for parents on how to fit a safety helmet and encourage a child to wear one.
Learn how the liver, gall bladder and pancreas help the body digest food.
The main symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder are divided into four categories. Learn about these symptoms and about diagnosis.
Hypopituitarism is a condition that affects hormone development. Learn about the role hormones play in the body, the types of hypopituitarism and how it will impact your child's life.
Brain disorders can be caused by medical conditions, illness or injury. Find out how they can affect a child's mental health and overall functioning.
A step-by-step introduction to the different types of childhood brain tumors. Answers from Canadian Paediatric Hospitals.
An overview of the causes, genetics, symptoms, diagnosis, environmental risks and treatment of childhood brain tumours.
Soft tissue tumours can develop in the muscles, fat, blood vessels or other tissues that surround the organs. Read about the symptoms of soft tissue tumours, how they are diagnosed and possible treatment and prognosis.
Learn more about how the brain works.
Important information on some of the side effects that your child may experience from brain tumour therapy.
Extensive tips, issues and a detailed description of brain surgery for a child with a brain tumour. Answers from Canadian Paediatric Hospitals.
Hydrocephalus is a build-up of fluid inside the brain. Learn more about the signs and symptoms and how hydrocephalus is diagnosed and treated.
September is FASD Awareness Month. Learn about the effects of drinking alcohol during pregnancy and how to help a child with FASD.
Gliomas are a type of brain tumour. Find out what causes them, types of gliomas and possible symptoms.
An in-depth description of what to expect for a child undergoing brain surgery for brain tumours.
In-depth information on treatment options for different types of brain tumours and brain cancer in children.
An in-depth description of the option of shunts for children suffering from brain tumours.
Understanding the diagnosis of a brain tumour is necessary to choose the most effective treatment for your child. Find out about the different categories of brain tumours, staging and grading.
Learn about some ways you can help your child or adolescent to cope and stay connected with family and friends while they are separated from them.
