Read about how the development of a child's intellect may be affected by a congenital heart condition.
A speech-language pathologist supports various aspects of communication, as well as safe swallowing and feeding skills. Learn more about the role of speech-language pathologists.
Learn about different factors that affect how your child is able to take on more responsibility for their self-care.
Learn what happens during a pulmonary function test and how it is used to check how well your child's lungs are working.
September is FASD Awareness Month. Learn about the effects of drinking alcohol during pregnancy and how to help a child with FASD.
Learn about how complex medical conditions and admissions to the hospital can impact speech and language development in children.
An overview of how the many parts of the eye work together to produce clear vision.
Learn about SLCO1B1, a gene tested through pharmacogenetic testing to predict an individual’s response to statins (medications that help lower cholesterol).
A congenital hand anomaly is a hand or arm deformity that develops during pregnancy or birth. Learn how to help your child function independently.
Polydactyly of the foot is a genetic condition where a person is born with one or more extra toes. Learn more about this condition and how it is treated.
A lung test, or pulmonary function test, is used to measure how well you lungs are working. Learn why you may need a pulmonary function test and what to expect during the test.
Children with sickle cell disease (SCD) can participate in physical activity as long as they have more frequent rest periods and increased hydration. Academically, most children with SCD will perform as well as their peers.
Brain disorders can be caused by medical conditions, illness or injury. Find out how they can affect a child's mental health and overall functioning.
Find out how you can help your child cope with the challenges of a neurological condition and any related mental health issues.
A duplicated thumb (preaxial polydactyly) is the presence of an extra thumb on one or both hands. The thumbs can be joined or separate. Learn more about the diagnosis of a duplicated thumb.
Learn what happens during a neuropsychological assessment and how you can use the results to help your child.
Syndactyly of the toes (attached toes) is the fusion of the soft tissue of one or more toes that are next to each other. Learn more about syndactyly of the toes and how it is treated.
Read about the potential impact of a brain tumour diagnosis or its treatment on the function of the adrenal glands and how this can affect your child.
Treatment of a duplicated thumb may involve surgery depending on the structure and function of your child’s hand. Learn about the surgery and how to care for your child after the procedure.
Find out what happens to the body and what treatments are available when the kidneys are not working properly.
Resective epilepsy surgery is the surgical removal of a part of the brain. Read about the risks and benefits of resective surgery and possible complications.
Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) are typically used as first-line treatment of JIA. Learn about the different NSAIDs available and their potential side effects.
There are many types of cancer, but there are some things that are similar in most cancers. Learn about cells, tumours and how cancer spreads.
An in-depth look at what is involved in a neurological exam as part of the medical diagnosis of a childhood brain tumour.
Read about exercise and physiotherapy, and how they benefit pain management.
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