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      Digestive system, liver & nutritional disorders

      Learning Hub

      Learn about conditions that affect the liver, pancreas and gastrointestinal system. Find out about diagnostic procedures, treatment and more.

      Zinc

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      Discover the role of zinc in the body and how to get enough in your diet.

      Nutrition

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      Learn what nutrition is optimal for your child from the time they are born to the time they are a teen. Learn about the different food groups and find information about the different nutrients that food contains.

      Cystic fibrosis (CF)

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      May is Cystic Fibrosis Month. Learn what causes cystic fibrosis, what the signs and symptoms are, and what treatments are available.

      Belly bonanza - Video

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      ​Follow the adventures of Blueberry and Green Pea to help your child learn how food travels through their digestive system.

      Cystic fibrosis overview

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      Cystic fibrosis is a genetic condition that affects different systems in your body.

      22q11 deletion syndrome: Medical features

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      22q11DS is a genetic condition with a wide range of symptoms. Learn about some of the more common medical features of 22q11DS.

      Imatinib

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      Your child needs to take the medicine called imatinib. This information sheet explains what imatinib does, how to give it, and what side effects or problems your child may have when they take this medicine.

      Prematurity: Overview

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      Learn about the definition of and the causes and medical conditions associated with prematurity.

      Hepatitis B

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      Hepatitis B is a liver disease. Learn about the causes of hepatitis B and what you need to know about living with hepatitis B.

      Scoliosis: What to expect in adulthood

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      Learn what to expect regarding physical and social activities, body image, sexual activity and pregnancy when a teen with scoliosis reaches adulthood.

      Hepatitis C

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      World Hepatitis Day is July 28. Learn about hepatitis C, a virus that affects the liver, and find out how to live with the disease as a teen.

      What is the difference between IBD and IBS?

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      Find out how inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) and irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) are each diagnosed and treated.

      HIV and AIDS in children

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      Learn more about HIV, AIDS and the test and treatment options that are available.

      Nutrition before and during pregnancy

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      ​Nutrition plays an important role in supporting a healthy pregnancy. Find out how to get the right nutrients to support you and your baby.

      Genetic counselling

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      Genetic counselling is a process that provides information and support to individuals and families at risk of, or with, a genetic condition.

      Fetal alcohol spectrum disorder (FASD)

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      ​September is FASD Awareness Month. Learn about the effects of drinking alcohol during pregnancy and how to help a child with FASD.

      Pregnancy and teens

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      If you are sexually active, there is a risk that you could get pregnant or get your partner pregnant. This page provides answers to some common questions you may have about pregnancy.

      Mucositis after a blood and marrow transplant

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      Parents can learn how mucositis is prevented and treated after a blood and marrow transplant (BMT).

      HIV and teens

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      Information on HIV for teens including how people get HIV, managing HIV, disclosure and transitioning to adult health care.

      Sugar substitutes and caffeine: Acceptable daily intake

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      Discover the sources and acceptable daily intake limits, if any, of sweeteners and caffeine.

      Birth control and pregnancy

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      Myotonic dystrophy type 1 (DM1)

      Myotonic dystrophy type 1 (DM1) disease is a genetic disorder that causes muscle stiffness, that over time causes the muscles to become weaker and smaller.

      Vitamin D

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      Discover the role of vitamin D in the body and how to get enough in your diet.

      HIV and pregnancy

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      If you are infected with HIV and pregnant, learn how certain medicines can lower the risk of passing HIV on to your baby.

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