Learn what it means to give consent for sexual activity and what to consider when determining whether a sexual relationship is safe and appropriate.
An in-depth discussion of the issue of informed consent for children who are undergoing medical procedures.
Learn about informed consent, or the option a person has to allow or not allow something like treatment, after she has been informed of the situation.
The human papillomavirus (HPV) is an infection that spreads through sexual contact. The HPV vaccine protects against the most common strains of the virus.
Learn more about confidentiality and your rights when it comes to sharing your personal health information (PHI).
Learn about ongoing cancer research and your teenager's role in research and clinical trials.
Learn about your right to receive care and services in a safe and welcoming environment, including at school, work and in health-care environments.
If you’re sexually active, or thinking about it, find out what you need to know to prepare for an appointment with your primary care provider.
Learn what to expect when preparing your child for hypospadias surgery.
Separate fact from fiction with up-to-date and accurate information on the human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine.
Learn about sexuality and how it can be impacted by a cancer diagnosis and treatment. You can also find information on making safer choices about sex.
Research can help health-care providers test new treatments and help them learn how sickle cell disease affects patients and their families. Learn about the risks and benefits of participating in research and about giving consent for your child to participate.
Everyone has the right to receive care and services in a safe, welcoming environment. Learn more about your child’s rights to safe spaces.
Consent is the choice to allow or not allow something to happen, such as treatment. Find out more about consent, who gives it and how it is given.
Learn about your rights when it comes to making your own health-care decisions and your right to privacy.
Medulloblastoma is the most common form of brain cancer among children. Learn more about medulloblastoma symptoms, causes, diagnosis and treatment.
Research can help health-care providers test new treatments and help them learn how sickle cell disease affects patients and their families. Learn about the risks and benefits of participating in research and about giving your consent to participate.
Learn about teenage pregnancy. The rights of the teenage mother and options including abortion, adoption and keeping the baby are discussed.
Information and tips on sex for teens living with hemophilia.
A skin and muscle biopsy removes a small piece of skin and muscle tissue. Learn about the procedure and why and how it is done.
Learn what a liver biopsy is, why it is required and how to prepare your child for the procedure.
Your goal is to work with your child's teacher to get the best education for your child. Your child has the right to attend school and if you feel they're not getting a "fair shake," get involved with the administration.
High-grade gliomas are a type of brain tumour that can develop in the central nervous system. Learn about the symptoms, causes, diagnosis and treatment.
Sexuality is a healthy and normal part of life. Find out what sexuality is, how it is impacted by cancer and what you need to know to make safer choices about sex.
This guide outlines what children can understand about sexuality and reproduction at different stages.