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      Learning disabilities: Overview

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

      Child and health-care provider high-fiving. Child sits on hospital bed and health-care provider crouches in front of her

      Speech-language pathology services during hospital admission(s)

      Learn about how complex medical conditions and admissions to the hospital can impact speech and language development in children.

      Thrill-seeking and risky behaviour in teenagers

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      Find out how to help your teen to stay healthy and properly manage their diabetes as they learn to navigate adolescence.

      A grandparent's guide to celiac disease

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      Celiac disease and the gluten-free diet may be new to you. Learn about celiac disease and the gluten-free diet and what you can do to support your grandchild.

      Type 2 diabetes

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      Type 2 diabetes is less common in children and teens than in adults. Learn the signs of type 2 diabetes and how it is diagnosed.

      The glycemic index and diabetes

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      Find out what the glycemic index is and how it factors in to your child's diabetes management.

      Tips and questions about insulin

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      Learn tips about insulin injection and get answers to questions you may have about giving insulin to your child.

      The diabetes team

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      Learn about the diabetes care team, who is involved and what to expect during clinic visits.

      Thyroid disease and diabetes

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      About 20 to 25% of people with type 1 diabetes will develop thyroid problems. Learn about the causes and symptoms of thyroid disease.

      Understanding insulin

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      Learn where injectable insulin comes from and how it works.

      Colonoscopy

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      Your child needs a colonoscopy. Learn what a colonoscopy is, how to prepare and what to expect.

      Biliary atresia in infants

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      Learn about biliary atresia, a liver disease in babies, and the new screening program that is used to help identify babies with biliary atresia earlier.

      A teacher's guide to celiac disease

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      Learn about celiac disease and the strict gluten-free diet and how to best support a child living with celiac disease in order to create an inclusive and safe classroom.

      Appendicitis

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      The appendix is a tube-like structure attached to the first part of the colon that can become infected. Learn what signs and symptoms to look for with appendicitis and how a doctor will help your child if they have appendicitis.

      Anorectal malformation: Dietary guidelines to ease stooling

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      Find out how to ease the symptoms of anorectal malformation with a high-fibre, low-sugar diet.

      Autoimmune hepatitis

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      Does your child have autoimmune hepatitis? Learn the facts and how you can help.

      Celiac disease: Five tips for gluten-free online grocery shopping

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      Online grocery shopping can be convenient and offer a broader selection of gluten-free options than shopping in person. Use these tips to help you and your family navigate online grocery shopping for a gluten-free diet.

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      Celiac disease: Healthy gluten-free snacks

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      Balanced snacks are a healthy and nutritious part of a gluten-free diet. Discover how to choose naturally gluten-free foods, practise mindful eating and plan ahead to support healthy snacking. 

      Celiac disease and Halloween: Tips and tricks

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      There is no need for your child to miss out on the excitement that comes with Halloween. Read about common gluten-free treats and fun Halloween activities for children with celiac disease.

      Anal fissure

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      Learn about the causes, symptoms and treatment of tears in the lining of the anal canal. 

      Gonadotropin (FSH, LH) deficiency

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      Gonadotropin deficiency can affect pubertal development in children. Learn more about gonadotropin deficiency, how it is diagnosed and treated.

      Hypopituitarism in children

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      Hypopituitarism is a condition that affects hormone development. Learn about the role hormones play in the body, the types of hypopituitarism and how it will impact your child's life.

      Effective management of diabetes care at home

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      Proper diabetes care at home includes sharing responsibility and creating and maintaining a routine. Find out how to do this in a way that works for your family.

      Insulin injections

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      Giving insulin injections can be stressful. Find out how to safely prepare and inject insulin into your child.

      Growth hormone (GH) deficiency

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      Growth hormone deficiency affects the growth of bones, muscles and other body tissue. Learn about how it is diagnosed and treated.

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