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Haemophilus Influenzae Type B Vaccine

Your child needs to be given a vaccine called haemophilus influenzae type B vaccine. This information sheet explains what haemophilus influenzae type B vaccine does, how it is given, and what side effects or problems your child may have when they take this medicine.

Human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine

The human papillomavirus (HPV) is an infection that spreads through sexual contact. The HPV vaccine protects against the most common strains of the virus.

Human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine

Separate fact from fiction with up-to-date and accurate information on the human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine.

Shock wave lithotripsy

Shock wave lithotripsy is a treatment to break down kidney stones. Find out how to prepare for the treatment and how to care for your child afterwards.

Common vaccine side effects

Vaccines, like any medicine, can have side effects. Learn about common vaccine side effects and how to treat them.

COVID-19 vaccines general information

Learn which COVID-19 vaccines are available in Canada, and find information on vaccine development, and safety and effectiveness in children.

Vaccine issues after an organ transplant

Immunization schedule for children

Read about types of immunizations that are recommended during a child's first year of life and onward.

Other questions about juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA) medications

Learn the answers to some common questions about JIA medications including which vaccinations are safe to take, and the role of complementary and alternative medicines, and how they can affect your child.

Other questions about juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA) medications

Immunizations for children and teens with suppressed immune systems

Treatment to suppress the immune system affects how your child’s body responds to routine immunizations. This guide discusses how to keep your child healthy while taking immune-suppressing treatment.

Immunization "catch-up" for children who have not been fully immunized

An overview of immunization for children who have not been fully immunized according to the standard schedule.

Common types of vaccines

Vaccines help to protect you against many different diseases. Learn about different vaccines and how to keep track of which vaccines you have had.

Primary immune deficiency (PID)

This page explains the diagnosis and treatment of primary immune deficiency (PID), a genetic condition that weakens the immune system.

Mumps

Learn about signs and symptoms of mumps and how to manage it in your child.

High-fibre diet

Vaccines: Concerns about immunizing your child

Learn about the safety of vaccines, their side effects, how they are given and what they protect your child against.

Hemophilia and everyday health care

Teens living with hemophilia learn the importance of eating well, good dental care and having all their vaccine shots up-to-date.

Motor development: The next six months

Learn about motor development in the second half of a baby's first year of life. Milestones such as sitting up, standing, and walking are discussed.

Going to the Doctor

Therapeutic clown Soleil and Child Life Specialist Rachel share how they feel when they have to visit the doctor or need to get a vaccine. Rachel shows us how to feel brave and strong before a doctor's visit.

Needle pokes: Reducing pain in children aged 18 months or over

Discover the CARD system, which offers strategies your child or teen can use to cope with the pain and fear associated with vaccination.

Infection after a liver transplant

Motor development: The first six months

Read about motor development in the first six months of a baby's life. Milestones such as head control, sitting up and rolling over are discussed.

Bleomycin

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