A hernia is a bulge that develops in the body. Learn about common types of hernias found near the belly or the groin.
Learn about surgery to repair a hernia and how to care for your child after the operation.
Learn about laparoscopic surgery, a technique that uses small cuts to insert a camera and tools into the abdomen or pelvic area to perform a surgical procedure.
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Health games and videos for kids.
A list of helpful glossary terms for Teens Taking Charge Managing Your Hemophilia program.
This resource contains both general diabetes information and a series of educational videos about diabetes management and nutrition.
2 minutes; Ages 7–11
A walk through the pathology lab, where doctors examine blood and other bodily fluids, organs and tissues.
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Learn about complementary and alternative therapies and what to consider before you try them.
Learn how congenital heart disease can affect a child’s experience in school.
An overview of what to expect when a child with diabetes starts school and how it will impact their life at school.
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.
This page describes the use of chemotherapy for rhabdoid tumours.
Having scoliosis can be emotionally upsetting for young children and teenagers. Find out about some common issues they face, such as negative self-image and increased stress.
Find out about the use of biologic agents in the treatment of JIA including what biologics are, how they work, safety considerations and side effects, and the biologics that are currently available to treat JIA.
Emily shares a brain break activity that shows us how to choose a breathing anchor. Brain Breaks are activities designed to calm your mind and body. Please note that this video was filmed prior to COVID-19.
In this edition: Child life specialist, Rachael, and SickKids' Therapeutic clown, Soleil, talk about missing out on events.*Please note that this video was filmed prior to COVID-19.