Down syndrome is a genetic condition present at birth. Learn about the symptoms, complications and outlook for children with Down syndrome.
A three-sentence health summary is a short statement about your health history, treatment and concerns. Learn how to create your own three-sentence health summary.
A pelvic exam should be done once you turn 25 or sooner and then every 3 years after that. Learn what to expect during your first pelvic exam.
Children with chronic health issues may be more likely to be bullied and also have parents that are overprotective. Learn what you can do to deal with these issues.
Read about physical health difficulties that may arise in a child with epilepsy, and how to help. Physical health concerns can be discussed with a treatment team.
Menstrual suppression uses medications to make periods more manageable. The following decision aid will help you learn about the options available for menstrual suppression and identify the options that may be best for your child or teen.
Discover why you or your child may have been referred for a genetics appointment and what to expect when you see a geneticist and/or a genetic counsellor.
Learn about the different types of hemophilia, how it is inherited and how it is diagnosed and treated.
Learn how insulin pumps work, if they're right for your child and what the potential concerns are.
Learn about how to talk to your child about serious illness and how to answer some of the common questions and concerns they may have.
Find out how to treat and manage longer-lasting pain in infants.
Developing positive eating habits can be difficult. Find out what your teen can do every day to develop a healthy attitude toward food.
There are a number of concerns that arise around scoliosis. Find out how these different concerns rank among the patients, their families and their surgeons.
Read about tips and tricks for finding a primary health-care provider for your family.
Learn how to care for your child at home after a thyroid biopsy/fine needle aspiration (FNA).
A craniotomy is a surgery where part of the skull bone is removed temporarily to access the brain. Learn more about what will happen during the operation.
Children need extra care and attention after heart surgery. Read about care after heart surgery including diet, pain management and school.
Learn about helping those with congenital heart disease have a healthy body image. Read about issues that may arise, such as embarrassment over scars.
Read about preparing a teenager with congenital heart disease for high school. Guidance counselors and managing work, time and treatment are discussed.
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.
