Obesity leads to a range of short- and long-term medical complications. Learn about the possible medical complications.
Discover the main signs of a binge eating disorder.
Learn why children with acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL) are at risk for becoming overweight.
Learn about hyperlipidemia or high cholesterol in children, which increases the risk of early heart disease.
Learn how to prevent and manage your child's weight gain, after a transplant.
An overview of the factors that can affect weight gain in children with brain tumours, and tips for maintaining a healthy weight.
Learn more about body image and how having a positive body image can improve your overall health.
Urethral prolapse occurs when a girl's urethra becomes swollen and sticks out. Learn about what causes urethral prolapse and how it is treated.
Discover the main signs and symptoms of ADHD in school-aged children and teens.
Learn about the types of heart conditions that arise in children. Congenital heart defects and heart rhythm problems are among the conditions discussed.
An overview of the causes, symptoms and complications of Turner syndrome.
Learn what blood clots are, how they form, how they are treated, and complications that can occur because of them.
Post-thrombotic syndrome occurs when deep-vein thrombosis damages the vein valves and walls. Learn the signs and symptoms and how it's treated.
Discover the main features and causes of binge eating disorder and who is most likely to be affected by it.
Learn about the medications that can treat bipolar disorder, including their side effects and how your child will be monitored while they take them.
Polycystic ovaries syndrome (PCOS) is a disorder caused by hormonal imbalance. Learn about the effects of PCOS as well as possible treatment options.
Learn more about promoting positive body image in your child and improving their overall health.
Learn why keeping active is a great way for teens living with hemophilia to protect their joints.
Find out about the two most common types of diabetes: type 1 and type 2 diabetes. Symptoms and causes differ for each.
Osteochondral lesion (OCL) or Osteochondritis Dissecans (OCD) occurs when cartilage and bone separate from the talus bone causing pain and/or potential instability in the ankle. Initial treatment involves taking weight off the ankle and foot and pain management. Learn more about this condition and how to manage it.
Find out why physical activity plays an important role in improving the social, emotional and physical health of children who have had a heart transplant.
Learn about the important role physical activity plays in improving the social, emotional and physical health of children who have had a lung transplant.
Hidradenitis suppurativa (HS) is a chronic inflammatory skin disease that causes painful bumps and boils to develop in the folds of the skin. Learn about the signs, symptoms and treatment of HS.
Learn about the potential effects of using alcohol or cannabis/marijuana while breastfeeding and how to maximize safety when using medications or supplements.
Flexible flatfeet is a common condition that represents a normal foot type and does not typically need treatment. Learn more about this condition and how to manage it.
