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Influenza (flu): An overview

This year, it is more important than ever to get a flu shot. Learn about the flu shot and COVID-19, symptoms of flu and flu prevention.

SickKids' Therapeutic Clowns: Flu Fighters

Join SickKids' therapeutic clown, Fern, as she learns about being a flu fighter with child life specialist, Rachael.

Seasonal allergies

Learn about common symptoms and treatments for seasonal allergies.

Medication interactions and cancer treatment

Some medications can interact with each other. Learn about taking other medications while on chemotherapy and what you need to know about drug and alcohol use.

How to talk to your child about COVID-19

Parents and caregivers play an important role in making sure their children receive honest and accurate information during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Oseltamivir

Your child needs to take the medicine called oseltamivir. This information sheet explains what oseltamivir does, how to give it, and what side effects, or problems your child may have when they take this medicine.

Viral gastroenteritis (stomach flu)

Stomach flu is an infection that causes inflammation of the stomach and intestines. Learn the symptoms and treatment of stomach flu.

Egg allergy

Find out how to help your child manage an egg allergy.

COVID-19: Frequently asked questions

Find answers to some of the common questions and concerns that caregivers have and some suggestions on how to cope with them.

COVID-19: Well-being and mental health resources

A list of suggested online resources to provide information and to help parents and caregivers cope during COVID-19.

Immunization schedule for children

Read about types of immunizations that are recommended during a child's first year of life and onward.

Supporting healthy and responsible screen use in children during COVID-19

Screen use has increased in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Discover how to help your family use screens responsibly during COVID-19.

Eczema: Seasonal changes

Eczema (atopic dermatitis) can be worse in cold, dry weather or when your child is hot and sweaty. Find out how you can help your child.

Montelukast

Your child needs to take the medicine called montelukast. This information sheet explains what montelukast does, how to give it, and what side effects or problems your child may have when they take this medicine.

Pre-operative visit for heart surgery

Before your child has heart surgery, you will need to come in for a pre-operative visit. The team will assess your child's health and answer any questions you have about the operation.

COVID-19 and chronic pain in children and teens

Learn about how to help children and teens with chronic pain cope during the COVID-19 pandemic, and which medications are used to treat chronic pain.

Common types of vaccines

Vaccines help to protect you against many different diseases. Learn about different vaccines and how to keep track of which vaccines you have had.

Biologic agents for JIA

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.

Sexually transmitted infections (STIs)

​Learn about the different types of sexually transmitted infections and when and how to talk to your child or teen about them.

Other questions about juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA) medications

Learn the answers to some common questions about JIA medications including which vaccinations are safe to take, and the role of complementary and alternative medicines, and how they can affect your child.

Sexually transmitted infections (STIs)

Safe use of antibiotics

Learn how to use antibiotics appropriately to prevent antibiotic resistance, which can cause antibiotics to be less effective in the future.

Stressed adults and anxious young children: Supporting infants, toddlers and preschoolers through COVID-19

Changes in routine can cause stress and anxiety in infants, toddlers and preschoolers. How young children express their stress can be challenging for parents and caregivers, and when they are also stressed it may be more difficult for them to meet the physical, mental and emotional needs of their children.