Conditions and Diseases

C	Column- Perspectives from SickKids professionals
F	Feature- In-depth treatments of child health topics
N	News- Brief articles on current research
R	Research News- Updates on topics from our Resource Centres
S	Series- Multi-part features by world-leading experts

F	Jack's Lemonade Stand Boy embodies old adage about what to do when given lemons (click to see video) (May 18, 2010)

N	H1N1: What have we learned after two waves of Swine Flu? Expert opinion and new data on H1N1 (April 16, 2010)

F	Therapy and service dogs: Friends and healers Dogs and other animals help children and adults in many ways, from visiting children in hospital to keeping children with autism safe. Is there a downside? (January 28, 2010)

N	Natural disaster: Water-borne and vector-borne diseases Natural disasters such as Hurricane Katrina or the July floods in Mumbai, India are often followed by diseases such as cholera, malaria, or hepatitis A. (January 22, 2010)

N	How much vitamin D? What is the recommended daily intake of vitamin D for children and pregnant women? (January 06, 2010)

C	Preparing your child for surgery Dr. James Wright's advice on how parents can help make surgery less frightening for their children (November 08, 2009)

N	Help for depressed preschoolers Depression can be a problem for some toddlers but a novel family therapy can help (September 30, 2009)

N	Cooler heads Treating hypoxic babies by chilling their brain cells (September 28, 2009)

R	Codeine may be life-threatening in some children Codeine given after an adenotonsillectomy can be life-threatening for some toddlers. (September 24, 2009)

N	Teens and Botox: relieving chronic headaches Teens and Botox: relieving the pain of chronic daily headache (June 12, 2009)

N	Botox for babies Toxin's uses more than just skin deep (May 06, 2009)

N	Swine Flu: infectious disease prevention at the hospital and beyond Protecting yourself from respiratory infection at home and at the hospital (April 27, 2009)

C	Ready for surgery? Check. Dr. James Wright discusses averting errors with surgical checklists. (April 20, 2009)

R	A spoonful of sugar (water) Sugar water can relieve pain in newborns. (March 13, 2009)

R	Genetic link to brain tumours found Scientists have discovered a family of eight genes that are mutated in patients with medulloblastoma, the most common childhood brain cancer. (March 13, 2009)

C	Causes and consequences of childhood obesity Obesity is a complex condition with both genetic and environmental causes. We can't change our genes, but we must change our environment (February 20, 2009)

F	"Eli Stone" stirs up vaccine controversy Reckless irresponsibility or just good TV? A new show has some paediatricians worried. (December 31, 2008)

N	Wii-hab Common video game systems are making their way into rehab programs (December 12, 2008)

C	Children's wait for surgery improving Dr. James Wright discusses plans and progress on wait times for children's surgeries in Ontario (December 01, 2008)

N	Here comes the flu season again What can we do to protect our children against influenza? (November 21, 2008)

R	Routine caregiving in NICU may affect blood flow in premature babies Read about a recent study that found that routine practices in the NICU may have detrimental effects on blood flow to the brains of premature babies. (November 07, 2008)

R	Sudden cardiac death in sports News reports of star athletes dying during sporting events often appear in the news. Find out what one expert says needs to be done (October 22, 2008)

R	Phantom awareness, phantom pain The experience of feeling pain from a limb that is no longer attached to the body provides insights into pain and the brain (October 17, 2008)

F	Casualties of war: Canadian children and vicarious PTSD Trauma can have grave psychological effects on families. More efforts are being made to help Canadian children and families of soldiers with combat-related post-traumatic stress disorder. (October 17, 2008)

R	New diabetes vaccine may prevent and reverse type 1 diabetes Promising new animal research may lead to the prevention and cure for type 1 diabetes (October 10, 2008)

R	Epilepsy drug topiramate associated with birth defects Women cautioned to practice birth control when using the drug, and to carefully plan if they wish to become pregnant (October 03, 2008)

R	Magnesium sulphate reduces cerebral palsy in at risk preterm infants New data creates reason for optimism. (October 03, 2008)

R	Intensely managed drug therapy helps in treatment of ADHD One of the largest treatment studies in all of child psychiatry has shown the effectiveness of stimulant medication in children with ADHD. (September 04, 2008)

N	Long-term, long-distance treatment: A mother’s story Know where to turn when your child is hospitalized. (August 07, 2008)

R	Vitamin D and diabetes Another reason to supplement with vitamin D (June 23, 2008)

R	The best funny medicine How laughter and humour can relieve pain (June 06, 2008)

R	Epilepsy in disguise At least one type of epilepsy can be hard to diagnose, because it happens during sleep (May 23, 2008)

R	Heart surgery: Are large hospitals better? Find out what makes the best heart hospitals stand out from the rest. (May 16, 2008)

R	ADHD medications do not increase risk of substance abuse A ten-year follow-up study of boys diagnosed with ADHD and prescribed Ritalin has found no significant increased risk of abuse of drugs, alcohol, or nicotine. (April 18, 2008)

N	Modern signs of childhood obesity Childhood heart attacks, stroke, and diabetes are on the rise (April 04, 2008)

N	New Canadian data about teen sex Parents have more influence on their teen children’s sexual behaviour than they might believe (April 04, 2008)

R	Stigma and epilepsy: What parents can do How can you help your child become capable and confident in the face of stigma, ignorance, and discrimination? (March 07, 2008)

N	Insomnia in teenagers Normal body changes, late-night activities, and sometimes depression can add up to a serious sleep problem (February 21, 2008)

R	Brain tumours and depression: the links to gender, social skills, and self-confidence What influences depression in children treated for brain tumours? (February 21, 2008)

R	Folic acid supplementation and pre-eclampsia New research suggests there may be another good reason to take folic acid during pregnancy. (February 14, 2008)

N	Avoid unintentional overdosing of toddlers with combination cough and cold medications Adults can unintentionally overdose children with over-the-counter medications because ingredient labelling and dosing instructions are confusing. (February 07, 2008)

R	Ventricular assist devices can be a bridge to heart transplants in children Pumps can help make up for damaged hearts until a child gets a new heart. (February 01, 2008)

R	Gene variations linked to kidney disease in diabetes Variations in the gene SOD1 are linked to the development and progression of diabetic nephropathy. (January 17, 2008)

N	More colds in cold weather Flu virus transmission is dependent on specific temperatures and humidity levels (October 26, 2007)

N	Folic acid supplementation reduces neural tube defects in Canada Mandatory fortification a success in Canada (October 26, 2007)

N	Stem cells: from skin to spine Could cells harvested from our skins help recovery from spinal cord injuries? (September 20, 2007)

R	Taking the sting out of needles is easy Topical anesthetics can reduce the pain of injections but few pediatrician or parents use them. (September 13, 2007)

N	For children, cancer survival improves Experts are asking for a child cancer surveillance system to better direct research and resources. (August 30, 2007)

N	Of parents, children, food, and rats Early food experiences may set a pattern that's hard to break, according to research in rodents. (August 27, 2007)

R	Low birth weight and premature births on the rise More and more babies are born too soon or too small in Canada. Is reproductive technology the reason? (August 09, 2007)

R	Mouse research explains influenza's connection to brain disorders Infection during pregnancy may raise risk of autism, schizophrenia. (July 30, 2007)

R	Performance and behavioural outcomes for children with congenital heart conditions For children born with faulty hearts, family life may matter more than surgical and disease factors. (July 19, 2007)

R	Single gene defects in muscle cells can cause the heart to fail A rare disease in a tiny community may suggest a new way to look at heart muscle disease in children. (June 26, 2007)

F	The hazards and benefits of eating dirt Although good clean dirt poses practically no hazard, a number of hidden threats in soil can harm children’s growing brains and bodies. (June 08, 2007)

R	Of pesticides and premature births Researchers have linked premature births with exposure to pesticides and nitrates. (May 25, 2007)

N	Peanut and tree nut allergies: Discovering the difference People who are allergic to peanuts may be allergic to tree nuts, and vice versa. It's important to learn about both. (May 25, 2007)

R	Do siblings bring cancer risk or resistance? A recent study suggests children with younger siblings have a higher risk of some brain cancers, but the connection is murky. (May 04, 2007)

R	Tracking down the genetic basis of ADHD: Promises and challenges We'll never find the gene for forgetting homework, but the search for ADHD genes is teaching researchers more about what makes humans tick (May 03, 2007)

F	Planned delivery by caesarean section may be hazardous for mother and baby Surgical deliveries are more and more frequent in developed countries, but new research is highlighting the risks they bring. (April 30, 2007)

C	Demystifying sulphite sensitivity Sulphites are a common food additive and also a common cause of food allergy. Learn what to do if your child has a sulphite sensitivity. (April 30, 2007)

R	The unexpected link between pain and diabetes The discovery of a faulty control circuit between insulin-producing islet cells and their associated sensory nerves could lead to a cure for diabetes (February 09, 2007)

R	International cooperation means better treatment for children with brain tumours A unique monthly consultation between Canada and Jordan has led to improved care. (February 09, 2007)

F	Paediatric residents experience challenges of caring for children in South Africa SickKids staff roll up their sleeves in a very different medical setting (February 09, 2007)

N	Magnetic resonance imaging throws light on causes of cerebral palsy European study provides insights for developmental neuroscience (December 22, 2006)

N	More differences in human genes than previously believed Discovery reveals new way for genes to trigger diseases or help resist them. (December 22, 2006)

F	Children with HIV/AIDS: a neglected segment of the HIV epidemic In children, HIV infection is different. Developing countries are facing the struggle to treat this disease in their most vulnerable young citizens. (December 22, 2006)

R	Obesity, overweight, and awareness Is it getting harder for parents to recognize normal weight? Screening children for obesity can raise awareness. (November 02, 2006)

R	Pain, disease, and quality of life How severe a chronic illness is and how much pain a child is feeling is not a measure of how depressed and anxious they are. If patients and families feel they are coping well, they usually are. (October 26, 2006)

R	Insulin pumps are an option for babies, toddlers, and preschoolers When families are motivated to use them, insulin pumps may improve blood glucose control and family quality of life. (October 05, 2006)

C	Inflammatory bowel disease and nutrition Learn what foods your child can eat and what to avoid with Crohn's disease or ulcerative colitis. (October 05, 2006)

N	Managing acute earache in children A "wait-and-see" approach seems to be quite reasonable for uncomplicated acute otitis media. (September 29, 2006)

N	Understanding cancer stem cells may lead to new therapies A complex web of signalling awaits researchers, with relapse-resistant cancer drugs as the potential reward. (September 22, 2006)

R	Cysticercosis: How a parasitic infection causes seizures Tapeworms in the brain? This little-known infection is a leading cause of epilepsy in the developing world. (August 17, 2006)

R	Should we screen every child at birth for a rare heart condition? New research suggests checking every newborn for a heart rhythm disorder could be cost-effective but there may be costs that are not economic. (August 17, 2006)

C	Celiac disease Celiac disease is an autoimmune disorder that causes certain people to react to a protein called gluten. Learn about healthy wheat-free, gluten-free cooking for kids (August 03, 2006)

N	Sport-related concussion in the young athlete: what do we know? The effects of sport-related concussions in children and teenagers are often underestimated or missed. (July 27, 2006)

N	Slip! Slap! Slop! The happy sounds of summer Sunburn has serious consequences for your child's skin. (June 30, 2006)

C	Cleft lip and palate surgery Babies with a cleft should be evaluated by a plastic surgeon within the first two weeks of life and followed by a specialized team until adulthood. (June 29, 2006)

R	Tracking chronic pain The recent development of an electronic pain diary improves adolescent reporting of chronic pain and, ultimately, pain relief. (June 23, 2006)

R	Exercise tests safe for young heart transplant candidates Stress testing can reveal much about how a heart is working or failing, but the decision to transplant is still complex. (June 15, 2006)

R	Outcomes of benign partial epilepsy of infancy When a baby has seizures and normal brain imaging, doctors often cannot predict the outcome. A new study suggests that in certain cases, these babies do well. (June 09, 2006)

R	Confidence and expectations are related to diabetes self-management in teenagers High expectations are not enough. Teens need to have confidence in their ability to manage diabetes well. (June 01, 2006)

F	Recent intelligence on the evil triad of allergy, asthma, and eczema Genes are not the whole story — there is a lot you can do to help children with overactive immune responses. (May 25, 2006)

R	Fontan operations have later effects on patients' physical and social health Problems with learning and behaviour show up later in international study of children with successful heart surgery, living with one pumping chamber. (May 18, 2006)

C	Farewell column In July, Dr. Hugh O'Brodovich is stepping down from the position of Paediatrician-in-Chief. For his final column, he looked back over the last 10 years. (May 18, 2006)

R	Reducing risks for type 2 diabetes in native Canadian children A pilot project to teach schoolchildren in a remote community about diabetes and healthy eating (May 03, 2006)

N	New vaccines for rotavirus Two new vaccines are safe and effective against rotavirus gastroenteritis, the leading cause of admission to hospital and death from acute gastroenteritis among infants and young children worldwide. (April 26, 2006)

R	MRI as a pain management tool Using special MRI machines that can be monitored in real-time, researchers have taught patients how to reduce chronic pain. (April 20, 2006)

R	Epilepsy surgery effective over the long term Most patients who have successful brain surgery to treat epilepsy are still seizure-free 10 years later. (April 20, 2006)

R	High quality information on childhood brain tumours There's a lot of information on the Internet about brain tumours in children. Is it any good? (April 05, 2006)

R	Intensive diabetes therapy reduces risk of heart disease "Getting a good start and keeping on track is essential": Intensive diabetes therapy with tight glycemic control continues to protect against diabetes complications over the long term (March 29, 2006)

N	Treating croup with steam or mist doesn't work Humidity has no effect on symptoms of moderate to severe croup. If your child is having trouble breathing, seek medical help. (March 29, 2006)

C	Inherited metabolic disorders: PKU, MSUD, and nutrition With a strict diet and careful management, children with inherited metabolic disorders like phenylketonuria and maple syrup urine disease can lead healthy lives. (March 22, 2006)

F	Electromagnetic radiation and cancer fears Do power lines or cell phones cause cancer? For almost 30 years, scientists have been struggling to answer this question. It sounds simple, but it's not. (March 22, 2006)

R	Pain patch shown to be safe for children Though it is only used under certain circumstances for chronic pain, delivering pain medication by skin patch is safe and effective for children. (March 22, 2006)

R	Teens with epilepsy exercise less Teens with epilepsy may be missing out on the health benefits of exercise, as well as on the social interaction that comes with group activity. (March 15, 2006)

R	Low saturated fat diet keeps boys' arteries healthy A diet low in saturated fat has been shown to help keep the inner lining of the blood vessels working properly, and reduce cholesterol levels in boys. (March 08, 2006)

N	The high cost of fetal alcohol syndrome Researchers calculate the cost of Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder to Canadians to be upwards of $344 million per year (March 08, 2006)

R	Treating pain in newborns Morphine and the topical anesthetic tetracaine are effective in treating pain from central lines in newborns. (February 22, 2006)

R	Inhaled insulin approved in the United States and Europe Exubera, a form of inhaled fast-acting human insulin, has been approved for use in the United States and Europe. (February 15, 2006)

N	Congratulations! It's a ... Congenital adrenal hyperplasia, or CAH, can produce strange effects but it’s treatable (February 08, 2006)

N	Simplifying a soy allergy Many foods can cause allergic reactions in people with a soy allergy. This article lists foods that commonly contain soy and discusses what you can eat with a soy allergy. (February 08, 2006)

F	Stroke in newborns: More common than we think Stroke in the newborn period remains largely unrecognized and thus untreated. (February 01, 2006)

R	Communication breakdown: When touch becomes pain New research on the transmission of neuropathic pain may lead to better diagnoses and treatment of allodynia. (February 01, 2006)

R	Exercise can help children with serious heart defects Cardiovascular rehabilitation improves exercise function in children born with serious heart defects (January 25, 2006)

C	Nearly new or new to you: Innovation in surgery Innovation is an essential part of surgery. This article describes the procedure for introducing surgical innovations at SickKids. (January 11, 2006)

F	Geneticists zero in on communications disorders Advances in molecular biology have put researchers hot on the trail of the genes that make it hard for children to learn to speak, listen, read, and write. (January 04, 2006)

N	Japanese encephalitis: the yearly child killer Mosquito-borne illness infects 35,000 people a year and kills 10,000 (December 14, 2005)

F	Hypospadias: common but rarely discussed Hypospadias is a condition in which the hole at the end of the penis is not where it should be. (December 14, 2005)

R	GR8 glucose: Text messages promising for sending blood glucose test results A system that sends a text message with blood glucose readings to a cell phone can give parents peace of mind. However, the technology also has the potential to increase family tension. (December 07, 2005)

N	ABCs of food allergies Whether you’re a food allergy expert or new to the scene, it is important to know the ABCs of eating safely and nutritiously while avoiding allergy-causing food. (December 07, 2005)

R	Cancer in the family Survivors of childhood cancer, and their families get attention in recent quality-of-life research. (December 07, 2005)

N	Hot Topics in Neonatology: Very long-term outcomes of premature infants Hot Topics in Neonatology for 2005 included a new preventive strategy to prevent feeding problems, protection of the newborn brain, and the long-term outcomes of extremely low birth-weight infants. (December 07, 2005)

F	Newborn screening for sickle cell anaemia Screening at birth is essential to the treatment of sickle cell anaemia (November 30, 2005)

R	Surgery for heart defects: impact on exercise capacity Children who underwent surgery in infancy to correct simple heart defects are as physically fit as "healthy" children. (November 30, 2005)

R	Post-operative pain: barriers still exist towards total pain relief Despite advances in pain medication and pain management in general, post-operative pain remains an issue for many patients. Here are some suggestions that can help avoid the problem. (November 30, 2005)

R	Treating depression during pregnancy It may be less risky for mothers to continue depression medications during pregnancy than to try to wean themselves off the medications. (November 23, 2005)

N	Rates of measles on the rise Vaccination is key to keeping measles under control (November 16, 2005)

R	Mom's multiple sclerosis drug could pose a risk to her fetus Immune system moderator decreases a baby’s birth weight and increases risk of miscarriage. (November 16, 2005)

N	The stigma of craniofacial disorders Children with a facial difference such as cleft lip or microtia have unique challenges and may face teasing and bullying. (November 09, 2005)

R	Too much body fat leads to stiffening of arteries in teens Teens with excess body fat are at higher risk of developing stiffening of the arteries, which can cause cardiovascular problems later in life. (November 02, 2005)

R	Writing away chronic pain Chronic pain, especially when it is unexplained, can have extremely disruptive effect beyond the pain itself. Narrative writing has been shown to improve health and diminish the effects of pain. (November 02, 2005)

N	October is influenza protection month Vaccinate to protect your child against the flu this season (October 26, 2005)

C	Home health care: the next challenge for children’s health Thousands of children and youth with health problems need home care, but their complex needs are often overlooked. (October 26, 2005)

S	Executive Function Part Five: What happens when the development of executive function goes awry? Impairments in executive function are associated with many different disorders with childhood onset, including autism and ADHD. (October 26, 2005)

F	Protecting youself and your family: Bird flu update, October 2005 Updated information as of October 2005 on Avian Influenza (bird flu) and how to protect your family from getting infected should a pandemic occur. (October 20, 2005)

N	Misoprostol: a safe and effective way to manage miscarriage Misoprostol is a safe and effective alternative to vacuum aspiration in the treatment of early miscarriage (October 20, 2005)

R	Global Day Against Pain Myths and facts about pain in children from AboutKidsHealth and Canadian Paediatric Hospitals (October 13, 2005)

N	Speech therapy program appears to reduce stuttering in the preschool years Parents who are concerned about their child's stuttering should consult a speech language pathologist, preferably before the child starts school. (October 05, 2005)

F	Starved for attention: pro-anorexia websites glorify eating disorders Pro-anorexia and pro-bulimia websites provide flawed and often dangerous information in support of eating disorders (October 05, 2005)

R	Gaming pain away Video games can distract children from procedural pain (September 28, 2005)

R	School attendance in children with Type 1 diabetes Children with type 1 diabetes do not miss much more school than their siblings or peers. (September 28, 2005)

N	Screening newborns for inherited metabolic disorders Ontario will expand its newborn screening program for all children born in the province starting next year. (September 28, 2005)

R	Lung disease complicates heart surgery in preemies Outcomes of heart surgery in premature babies with congenital heart disease are improving, but a lung condition often increases the risks. (September 28, 2005)

R	Hitting a tumour's stop buttons In an early trial, a drug already approved to help adults with lung cancer showed promise against difficult brainstem gliomas. (September 28, 2005)

N	The trouble with treating ARDS Therapies for acute respiratory distress syndrome improve the specific but not necessarily the general (September 09, 2005)

N	Out of the emergency room: test results on the Internet Researchers at SickKids have found that the Internet can be effectively used by parents to check test results after discharge from the SickKids Emergency Department. (September 02, 2005)

N	Fluid in the ear - act immediately or wait? Rushing to put tubes in children’s ears doesn’t affect later language skills, according to new research, but this minor surgery can still help with frequent or unmanageable infections. (September 02, 2005)

N	Pollution, heat, and SIDS Researchers examine the role of heat and pollution in Sudden Infant Death Syndrome. (August 05, 2005)

R	To the heart of the matter Sick Kids is set to open a Cardiac Diagnostic and Interventional Unit. (July 29, 2005)

R	Immune therapy shows promise in early tests An experimental immune therapy appears to preserve the beta cells of the pancreas and allow some people with newly diagnosed diabetes to make their own insulin for longer. (July 29, 2005)

N	Canadian paediatricians encouraged to promote active, healthy living for all children The 82nd annual meeting of the Canadian Paediatric Society featured a workshop on healthy eating and lifestyles and a presentation on migraine prevention. (July 22, 2005)

R	Reduced-dose radiation for children with standard-risk medulloblastoma Researchers search for safer, lower dose radiation for some children with medulloblastoma (July 22, 2005)

N	Preventing hepatitis B at birth Transmission of hepatitis B from mother to child can be prevented with proper screening and vaccination (July 15, 2005)

N	Breast feeding leads to lower blood pressure in childhood and adolescence Another long-term health benefit for breast fed babies (July 08, 2005)

C	Children and clinical research Research involving children is essential, and it is equally important to protect children who participate in research. (July 08, 2005)

R	Inhaled insulin Exubera, a brand of inhaled insulin, may be approved for use in a matter of months. (June 24, 2005)

R	More on the Berlin Heart Why some children on transplant waiting lists get the Berlin Heart and others don't. (June 24, 2005)

N	Clinical trial push-pull goes on Publication criteria reiterated by group of international medical journal editors. (June 17, 2005)

N	Constipation in children tends to be undertreated by doctors Constipation in children tends to be undertreated by doctors. Researchers suggest earlier and more aggressive treatment, before it becomes a persistent problem. (June 10, 2005)

R	"Berlin Heart" a new option for children waiting for transplants New mechanical device is approved for use in Canada on a case by case basis. (June 03, 2005)

R	Cerebral edema in diabetic ketoacidosis A new study shows that cerebral edema is rarer than once thought, but its causes are still not clear (June 03, 2005)

F	Understanding Medical Information Understanding medical research is the key to acquiring reliable medical information (June 03, 2005)

F	Dr. James Wright: Putting research into practice Sick Kids' new Chief of Surgery is a passionate advocate of evidence-based medicine (May 20, 2005)

N	Protecting women and their babies against rubella Hospitals are doing well at vaccinating pregnant women after they give birth, but there is room for improvement. (May 20, 2005)

F	Living well with food allergies Practical advice about food allergies and how to safely cope with them (May 06, 2005)

N	Household products and wheezing in pre-school age children Researchers find a possible link between wheezing in young children and their mothers' use of household products during pregnancy. (May 06, 2005)

C	Social skills in the exceptional student Social skills training for exceptional students requires teacher and parental participation. (May 06, 2005)

R	Postoperative chemotherapy alone for early childhood medulloblastoma Avoiding radiation in the treatment of early childhood medulloblastoma (April 22, 2005)

N	Researchers determine two arthritis medications are safe and effective for children New safe and effective medications for children with chronic arthritis. (April 22, 2005)

N	Children with ADHD found to have low iron Data from a new study provide support for the idea of iron supplementation as a treatment for some children with ADHD. (April 15, 2005)

C	Peanut allergy: A common-sense approach In this month's column, Dr. Hugh O'Brodovich discusses how to avoid peanuts and be prepared for a reaction (April 15, 2005)

F	Bird Flu Part 2 of 3: Update as of April 2005 An in-depth look at the possibility of a avian flu pandemic and a situation update as of April 2005 (April 15, 2005)

N	American chickenpox vaccination program a success New data shows universal vaccination saves lives (April 08, 2005)

R	Continuous glucose monitoring In certain situations, continuous glucose monitoring can be a valuable addition to the physician's toolbox (April 08, 2005)

N	For kids with broken femurs, pins work better than casts Sick Kids researchers determine the most effective treatment for broken thighbones (April 01, 2005)

R	New treatment options for children with atypical teratoid/rhabdoid tumours A combination of radiation and intensive chemotherapy provides some hope for older children with a rare and aggressive form of brain tumour. (April 01, 2005)

R	Cardiac stem cells found in newborns Discovery could eventually help children with some heart conditions (March 30, 2005)

F	Bird Flu Part 1 of 3: The facts about avian influenza What you should know about a possible bird flu pandemic. The first of a three part series on avian influenza (March 18, 2005)

N	Of siblings, birth month, and multiple sclerosis Two recently released studies about multiple sclerosis (MS) point to environmental factors in the development of the disease. (March 11, 2005)

N	Ontario hospitals launch Fetal Alert Network The Fetal Alert Network's goal is to provide coordinated access to the best prenatal care for all women whose babies have confirmed or suspected birth defects, regardless of where they live. (March 11, 2005)

R	Friends and family both help and hinder teenagers with diabetes A new study explores some of the challenges and stresses faced by teenagers with diabetes who are learning to take charge of their own care (February 25, 2005)

F	Understanding Genetics: Part 2 of 2 An introduction to mutation, birth defects, and genetic testing and counselling (February 17, 2005)

N	Health Canada suspends the market authorization of Adderall XR Sick Kids recommends that patients and their families discuss the various treatment options with their doctors (February 15, 2005)

C	Herbal remedies: use with caution In this month's Paediatrician's Corner, Dr. Hugh O'Brodovich points out that natural products can still have powerful effects (February 04, 2005)

R	Children with diabetes may be bullied more often Fear of bullying may interfere with social development and diabetes care (January 28, 2005)

N	Menaces of winter III: Protect your child against influenza Tips on treating and preventing influenza (January 28, 2005)

F	Understanding Genetics: Part 1 of 2 How, exactly, did you get your mother's eyes? (January 21, 2005)

C	Autism, intensive behavioural intervention (IBI), and the school Intensive Behavioural Intervention for children with autism: does it have a place in the school community? (January 20, 2005)

R	Putting a freeze on heart rhythm disorders Data accumulating on the success and safety of radio-frequency and cryoablation (January 17, 2005)

N	Menaces of winter II: RSV infection and bronchiolitis How to treat bronchiolitis and prevent respiratory infection in infants. (December 17, 2004)

R	Insulin resistance and insulin growth factor in teenagers Preliminary findings suggest a possible treatment for insulin resistance in teenagers with diabetes, although side effects can't be ruled out (December 10, 2004)

N	Norwalk virus hits Toronto The virus can be avoided with careful hand-washing; here's how to recognize and treat the symptoms (December 03, 2004)

R	Folic acid may protect arteries in children with diabetes A recent trial suggests that vitamin supplementation may improve the arteries' ability to expand (November 15, 2004)

R	Discussing death with dying children Some parents later regret not talking to their dying children. (November 11, 2004)

R	Research team discovers possible genetic mechanism behind congenital heart defects New research contributes to understanding of congenital heart defects (November 05, 2004)

N	The effect of air pollution on children's lung development Exposure to air pollution affects children's respiratory health (October 26, 2004)

R	Sick Kids researchers explain why incompatible blood type heart transplants are possible in infants Successful infant heart transplants with major blood type incompatibility (October 26, 2004)

N	Menaces of winter I: Respiratory infections in young infants RSV is the most common respiratory infection in young infants. (October 19, 2004)

F	Medical evidence: Watchdogs, the media and you Understanding medical evidence (October 19, 2004)

C	Addressing the national shortage of paediatricians In this month's Paediatrician's Corner, Dr. Hugh O'Brodovich asks who will care for our children and our children's children (October 18, 2004)

N	Surprising discovery reveals gains or losses of large segments of DNA in healthy people Discovery points to possible explanations for individual uniqueness and disease development (October 13, 2004)

R	Cardiac transfer to adult care Some patients fall through the cracks (October 08, 2004)

R	Frequent monitoring is key to blood glucose control Regular monitoring helps children and families take control of blood glucose (October 08, 2004)

R	Survivors of childhood brain cancer Long-term survivors of childhood brain cancer do not experience increased psychological distress later in life. (October 08, 2004)

N	Planned care and follow-up can help control children’s asthma symptoms Planned care can give children with asthma more symptom-free days and reduce the need for emergency medications, according to a recent study. (September 28, 2004)

N	Acute childhood leukaemia and neighbouring gasoline stations French researchers have found an association between living next to gasoline stations or automobile repair garages during childhood and the risk of acute childhood leukaemia. (September 27, 2004)

C	Assessing learning disabilities Before testing for possible learning disabilities, it is important to rule out other factors that could be interfering with learning. (September 27, 2004)

N	Cough syrups don’t work: study Over-the-counter cough medications no better than placebo for children’s coughs (July 07, 2004)

F	Anaesthetic: What to tell your kids about "sleep medicine" Tips to help prepare your child (June 15, 2004)

C	Understanding learning disabilities One of the paradoxes seen in schools is the child who appears to be bright and capable, yet struggles to learn in the classroom. (June 15, 2004)

C	Why Canada needs a national immunization strategy Vaccinations have had more impact in reducing infectious diseases than any public health endeavour other than making clean drinking water available. (June 15, 2004)

N	Preventing life-threatening events in kids Early warning system helps predict life-threatening events in children (June 10, 2004)

R	Wristwatch glucose monitors not accurate Study finds that blood sugar wristwatch monitors are not very accurate (May 27, 2004)

R	Breastfeeding and type 1 diabetes prevention Longer breastfeeding may help prevent type 1 diabetes (May 26, 2004)

R	Nerve surgery and Long QT syndrome Surgery reduces risk of sudden death in Long QT syndrome (May 26, 2004)

R	Gene ups risk of brain injury after heart condition surgery Babies with certain gene more likely to have brain injury after heart surgery (May 25, 2004)

R	Vaccinations and type 1 diabetes Childhood vaccinations do not lead to type 1 diabetes: study finds (May 06, 2004)

R	Effects of brain tumour radiation on intelligence Brain tumour radiation in children affects intelligence, memory (May 05, 2004)

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