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Human papilloma virus (HPV) and genital warts in children

Human papilloma virus is an infection that causes warts. Learn about how it is passed on, treatment and prevention.

Human papilloma virus (HPV) and genital warts

Human papilloma virus (HPV) is an infection that causes warts and possibly cancer. Learn about how it is passed on, treated and prevented.

Acute lymphoblastic leukemia: An overview

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Acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL) is the most common childhood cancer. Learn about how this cancer develops and what factors may affect the development of the disease.

Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV)

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RSV is a virus that infects the lungs and airways and causes respiratory illness, especially in children. Learn how you can help your child if they have RSV.

Multisystem inflammatory syndrome in children (MIS-C)

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Learn about multisystem inflammatory syndrome in children (MIS-C), a rare syndrome linked to a SARS-CoV-2 infection.

Human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine

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The human papillomavirus (HPV) is an infection that spreads through sexual contact. The HPV vaccine protects against the most common strains of the virus.

Hepatitis C

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Hepatitis C is an infection caused by a virus. This page provides an overview of signs, symptoms, transmission and treatment of hepatitis C.

Hepatitis C

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World Hepatitis Day is July 28. Learn about hepatitis C, a virus that affects the liver, and find out how to live with the disease as a teen.

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.

What is genetics?

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Learn about genetics and how genetics contribute to health and disease.

Human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine

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Separate fact from fiction with up-to-date and accurate information on the human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine.

Warts

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Learn about the types and causes of skin warts, how to prevent warts and what common treatments are used.

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.

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.

Hepatitis B

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Hepatitis B is a liver disease. Learn about the causes of hepatitis B and what you need to know about living with hepatitis B.

Neuroinflammatory disorders

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Neuroinflammatory disorders are conditions in which inflammation affects the central nervous system (the brain, spinal cord, and/or optic nerves).

Pancreatitis

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Learn what causes pancreatitis, what the signs and symptoms are and what treatments are available

RSV immunizations

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Learn about RSV immunizations and how they can protect individuals from respiratory infections caused by respiratory syncytial virus (RSV).

Optic neuritis

Optic neuritis is inflammation of the optic nerve in the eye. It can occur in one eye or both eyes at the same time. Learn about the signs and symptoms of optic neuritis and what to expect.

Molluscum contagiosum

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Find information about molluscum contagiosum, a common skin infection that looks like small, raised, flesh-coloured bumps.

Hepatitis B

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Hepatitis B is a liver disease caused by a virus. Discover the signs and symptoms, causes and treatment for hepatitis B.

Child having their knee and lower leg examined by a health-care provider

Benign acute childhood myositis (viral myositis)

Learn about benign acute childhood myositis, a condition that causes muscle pain in children with viral infections.

Potential complications of a heart transplant

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Learn more about common complications after a heart transplant.

Mumps

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Learn about signs and symptoms of mumps and how to manage it in your child.

Hepatitis A

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Learn the signs and symptoms of hepatitis A and how a doctor will help your child if they have hepatitis A and how it can be prevented.