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Early childhood educators' and daycare staff's guide to celiac disease

Learn about celiac disease and the strict gluten-free diet to create a safe environment for children with celiac disease at your childcare centre.

Childhood and juvenile absence epilepsy

Read about the causes and symptoms of absence epilepsy and how the condition is treated.

What to do while you wait for an autism spectrum disorder (ASD) diagnostic assessment for your child

Description of next steps parents or caregivers can take while waiting for an autism spectrum disorder (ASD) assessment for their child. 

Noonan syndrome and congenital heart conditions

Noonan syndrome is a genetic condition. Learn about the symptoms and diagnosis of Noonan syndrome and the heart conditions associated with the condition.

Going home from the NICU

Read about issues that parents and caregivers must address in order to prepare for a baby's discharge from the NICU and arrival at home.

Intraventricular hemorrhage (IVH) in premature babies

Read about intraventricular hemorrhage (IVH), or bleeding in the brain, in premature babies.

Vein of Galen malformation

A vein of Galen malformation can affect the brain, heart and other organs in the body. Learn what a vein of Galen malformation is, the signs and symptoms, how it is diagnosed, and the treatment options available.

Accident benefits after a motor vehicle collision

Accident benefits are available to help people with the cost of hospitalization and rehabilitation after a collision. Find out how to make an insurance claim.

Speech and language: Understanding developmental stuttering

Learn about developmental stuttering, including signs, causes, treatment options and how to support your child or teen.

Obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD): Overview

Find out the main factors contributing to OCD, its key features, and what you can do to help your child.

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.

Hearing testing in newborns to 3 years

Learn about the signs and symptoms of hearing loss in babies and toddlers and what happens during the infant hearing screening process.

The future of juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA)

About blood and marrow transplant research

Learn about research and clinical trials related to your child's blood and marrow transplant.

Benign acute childhood myositis (viral myositis)

Learn about benign acute childhood myositis, a condition that causes muscle pain in children with viral infections.

Organized sports: A winning formula for children

Learn about the benefits of taking part in organized sports for your child.

Physical activity: Benefits of exercise for health and wellbeing

Discover how physical activity can improve your child's physical health, brain function and mood.

Pain management for common childhood pain and injuries

Discusses pain management for common childhood pain and injuries such as ear infections, colic, and injections.

Skin care, nail care and dental care for babies

Read about useful tips to care for infant skin, nails, teeth and gums.

Overview of learning and education in the premature baby

Although many premature babies do not encounter any academic problems, some do. For example, up to 50% of very low birth weight (VLBW) babies will have some problems in school by Grade 3.

Chronic lung disease of prematurity

Learn about the common causes of chronic lung disease in premature babies and the ways to diagnose and treat it.

The future of juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA)

Feeding and nutrition of newborn babies

Learn about your newborn baby's nutritional requirements and how to successfully feed them.

Learning disabilities: Overview

A learning disability can be related to reading, writing or math. Learn about the symptoms, diagnosis and treatment of learning disabilities.

Effects of brain tumours and treatment on growth in childhood

Find out how a brain tumour diagnosis and/or its treatment can impact your child’s growth and how the effects can be managed.