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      Newborn screening

      Health A-Z

      Learn about the different types of newborn screening and what to do if your baby has positive newborn screening results.

      Genetics basics for pharmacogenetics

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      Learn about genetics in the context of pharmacogenetics (PGx) and precision medicine.

      Behavioural disorders: Treatment with psychotherapy and medications

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      Find out which treatments are most effective for behavioural disorders.

      What is genetics?

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      Learn about genetics and how genetics contribute to health and disease.

      Pharmacogenetics: Using precision medicine to find the right medication at the right dose

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      Pharmacogenetics is an example of precision medicine that uses a person’s genetic make-up to predict medication response.

      Eating disorders

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      Learn about different eating disorders, the common signs and symptoms and what to do if you think you or someone you know might have an eating disorder.

      Neurovascular disorders

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      Neurovascular disorders are conditions that affect the blood flow in the brain or spinal cord. Learn about the different neurovascular disorders and how they are treated. 


      Behavioural disorders: Overview

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      Discover the causes of behavioural disorders and when to seek help about a child's behaviour.

      Digestive system, liver & nutritional disorders

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

      Neuroinflammatory disorders

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      Neuroinflammatory disorders are conditions where parts of the central nervous system are affected by inflammation. Learn about inflammation, the different types of neuroinflammatory disorders, how they are treated and how to cope with illness.

      Neuromuscular disorders

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      Neuromuscular disorders include a wide range of diseases that involve the peripheral nervous system and affect the nerves that control muscles.

      Brain disorders and mental health: Overview

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      ​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.

      Ear, nose & throat disorders

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      Find information about common problems such as ear infections, strep throat, croup and nosebleeds. Also learn about cochlear implants, choanal atresia, adenoid surgery and tonsillectomy.

      Growth problems in children

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      An overview of the symptoms, causes and treatment of growth problems in children.

      Spinal muscular atrophy

      Spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) is a genetic disorder that causes muscle weakness and muscle atrophy (shrinking), and can affect a child’s ability to speak, walk, and breathe.

      Behavioural disorders: How to help your child at home

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      Learn how to manage your child's difficult behaviour.

      Anxiety: Types of disorders

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      Learn about the six main types of anxiety disorders and how long the associated signs and symptoms must exist before a diagnosis can be made.

      Neuroinflammatory disorders

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      Neuroinflammatory disorders are conditions in which inflammation affects the central nervous system (the brain, spinal cord, and/or optic nerves).

      Cerebral cavernous malformation

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      Cavernous malformations are a group of abnormal blood vessels that contain pockets filled with slow moving blood. Learn about the signs and symptoms, how they are diagnosed, and the different treatment options.  

      Brain disorders and mental health: Common treatments

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      Discover the range of treatments and support your child if they face mental health challenges because of a neurological condition.

      Brain disorders and mental health: How to help your child cope

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      Find out how you can help your child cope with the challenges of a neurological condition and any related mental health issues.

      Emergency medicine

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      There are many reasons a child may need to go to the Emergency Department. This page highlights common conditions such as cough and injuries such as bone fractures.

      Behavioural disorders: Signs and symptoms

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      Learn about the main symptoms of oppositional defiant disorder and conduct disorder.

      What is an eating disorder?

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      Find out about different types of eating disorders, signs and symptoms and what to do if you think you have an eating disorder.

      Depression and depressive disorders

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