Learn about malaria, an infection passed on by mosquitoes.
Find out what to look out for and when to see a doctor if your child has a fever after travelling abroad.
Your child needs to take the medicine called primaquine. This information sheet explains what primaquine does, how to take it, and what side effects or problems your child may have when they take this medicine.
Your child needs to take the medicine called quinidine. This information sheet explains what quinidine 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.
Discover how to recognize, treat and prevent insect bites, bee and wasp stings, and when to seek medical attention.
Learn about the many different causes of epilepsy in children, which are classified into six categories: structural, genetic, infectious, metabolic, immune and unknown.
Health games and videos for kids.
Legal information for AboutKidsHealth.ca
A list of helpful glossary terms for Teens Taking Charge Managing Your Hemophilia program.
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 list of resources for young people who may be questioning their gender identity or sexual orientation.
Read about the various health-care team members who care for babies admitted to the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit.
Learn about complementary and alternative therapies and what to consider before you try them.
Learn about medication for children with heart conditions. A doctor will prescribe a drug when it's clear that medication will improve a child's condition.
Read about coping with a diagnosis. While the diagnosis may be upsetting, the good news is that a child's pain is no longer a mystery.
