Your child needs to take the medicine called sulfamethoxazole-trimethoprim. This information sheet explains what sulfamethoxazole-trimethoprim does, how to give it, and what side effects or problems your child may have when they take this medicine.
Your child needs to take the medicine called trimethoprim. This information sheet explains what trimethoprim does, how to give it, and what side effects or problems your child may have when they take this medicine.
G6PD deficiency can cause red blood cells to breakdown, leading to a lower-than-normal number of healthy red blood cells. Learn about the problems G6PD deficiency can cause and what medicines and foods to avoid in G6PD deficiency.
Your child needs to take the medicine called leucovorin. This information sheet explains what leucovorin does, how to give it, and what side effects, or problems your child may have when they take this medicine.
Chemotherapy may be used to treat some types of brain tumours. Learn general information about how chemotherapy is given, how it works and coping with side effects.
Learn how children get HIV, how it affects their bodies, and what you need to do as a parent to keep your child as healthy as possible.
Your child needs to take the medicine called azathioprine. This information sheet explains what azathioprine does, how to give it, and what side effects or problems your child may have when they take this medicine.
Your child needs to take the medicine called warfarin. This information sheet explains what warfarin does and how to give it to your child. It also explains what side effects or problems your child may have when they take this medicine.
Learn more about HIV, AIDS and the test and treatment options that are available.
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A list of helpful glossary terms for Teens Taking Charge Managing Your Hemophilia program.
A list of resources for young people who may be questioning their gender identity or sexual orientation.
In this edition: Child life specialist, Rachael, and Librarian, Brian, practice book stretching.
25 minutes; Ages 11 and under
Choose your captain and complete missions in space by learning to recognize emotions and respond to them appropriately.
A detailed list of epilepsy organizations, research and books. A wide range of topics is covered, including guides for families and the ketogenic diet.
