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Dehydration

Dehydration occurs when the body does not have enough water to function properly. Learn how illness can cause dehydration and how it is treated.

Oral rehydration therapy

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Find out how oral rehydration therapy can treat dehydration caused by viral gastroenteritis.

Diarrhea in children

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Diarrhea causes frequent, loose bowel movements. Read about the causes of diarrhea in babies and children and how to prevent dehydration.

Heat-related illness: How to prevent

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Learn how to prevent, recognize and treat dehydration and other heat-related illnesses in children.

Cold weather injuries

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Learn how to avoid cold weather injuries to your child such as frostbite, dehydration, and hypothermia.

Viral gastroenteritis (stomach flu)

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Stomach flu is an infection that causes inflammation of the stomach and intestines. Learn the symptoms and treatment of stomach flu.

Common cold weather infections

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When the cold weather arrives, learn how to keep the whole family safe from seasonal illnesses during the winter season.

Cold sores (herpes simplex)

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Information on cold sores (herpes simplex): what they are, common signs and symptoms, causes, complications and how to treat.

Antidiuretic hormone deficiency (diabetes insipidus)

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Antidiuretic hormone (ADH) deficiency is a type of hypopituitarism hormone deficiency that affects the kidneys. Learn about what happens to the body in ADH deficiency, how it is diagnosed and treated.

Antibiotic-associated diarrhea

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Many antibiotics cause diarrhea. Learn about antibiotic-associated diarrhea, including causes and treatment options.

Muscle cramps

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Information about signs, symptoms, causes, treatment and prevention of muscle cramps.

Herpangina and hand, foot and mouth disease

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Herpangina and hand, foot and mouth disease are both illnesses that are caused by the Coxsackie virus. Herpangina causes ulcers at the back of the mouth. Hand, foot and mouth disease causes blisters on any combination of the hands, feet and the mouth.

Stroke in newborns

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Learn about strokes occurring in newborns. Stroke is caused by a blockage of the blood vessels in the brain and can happen at any age. Stroke occurs as frequently in newborns as in the elderly, yet it often goes unrecognized and untreated.

Pyloric stenosis

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Learn the signs and symptoms to look for if you think your baby may have pyloric stenosis (a narrowing or blockage between the stomach and the small intestines).

Mononucleosis

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Mononucleosis, or mono, is a type of viral infection. Learn about signs and symptoms and how to take care of your child at home.

Diarrhea related to cancer treatment

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Diarrhea during cancer treatment may be caused by many things. Find out what can cause diarrhea and ways you can manage it.

Vomiting

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Vomiting is the forceful emptying of the stomach's contents.

Diabetes insipidus associated with a brain tumour diagnosis

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Find out what diabetes insipidus is, what can cause this rare condition and what the impact may be on your child's future.

Cold Weather Season Learning Hub

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Visit the Cold Weather Season Learning Hub to learn how to stay healthy and enjoy outdoor activities safely during cold weather.

Caffeine and energy drinks

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Caffeine is a stimulant drug found in many drinks, treats and some medicines. Find out its effects on your body and how much of it is OK to consume per day.

Traditional/classic ketogenic diet therapy for epilepsy

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Learn about the benefits and limitations of the traditional/classic ketogenic diet therapy for childhood epilepsy, how it is started and how it is used at home.

Heat-related illness in young athletes

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Learn how to prevent and treat heat-related illness in children and teens who exercise in hot and humid conditions.

Sickle cell disease: Overview

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Sickle cell disease is an inherited blood disorder. Learn about the signs and symptoms, potential treatments and when to call 911.

What is intestinal failure?

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Intestinal failure is a condition in which the GI tract cannot absorb the nutrients a child needs for growth and day-to-day life. Learn about the causes and treatments.

What is general anesthesia?

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This article will provide information to help prepare your child for their surgery, test or treatment under general anesthesia.