Most scoliosis research focuses on girls. Read about the similarities and differences between boys and girls in their experiences with scoliosis.
Discover the role of calcium in the body and how to get enough.
Calcium carbonate is used as a phosphate binder in chronic kidney disease (CKD) to bind the ingested phosphate from a meal.
As your child enters the pre-teen years, they have more opportunities to express their independence. Find out how to support their mental health, prepare for puberty and handle influences from the media.
Insulin requirements will change as your child grows and develops. Learn why this is required and when to make adjustments.
Puberty is a stage of development where your child's body starts to take on adult form. Learn about puberty in girls and how to talk to your daughter about puberty.
Learn how children and adolescents express stress through their thoughts, feelings and behaviours. Find some strategies on how you can help your child.
Find out how osteoporosis can develop in your child as a result of brain tumour treatment, and how this can be prevented.
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.
This guide outlines what children can understand about sexuality and reproduction at different stages.
Find out how calcium and vitamin D help build strong bones.
Complications of JIA include flares, growth problems, joint contractures, muscle weakness, muscle loss, osteoporosis, and eye problems. Learn more about these complications and how they can be managed.
Detailed information on the effect that brain tumour treatment may have on a girl’s pubertal development and fertility.
22q11DS is a genetic condition with a wide range of symptoms. Learn about some of the more common medical features of 22q11DS.
Eating healthy is extremely important, especially for children and teens with JIA. Learn the role a dietitian or nutritionist can play in JIA management, why certain supplements like calcium and vitamin D are necessary, and tips for healthy eating.
Some children will require a pre-anesthesia clinic (PAC) appointment before coming to the hospital for surgery. This depends on their medical history and the surgery they are booked for.
Hypocalcaemia can sometimes develop after surgery to the thyroid gland. Learn about hypocalcaemia, why it can happen after thyroid surgery and the symptoms parents should look for.
Find out who will be a part of your transplant team and their roles in your care throughout the transplant process.
Learn how bulimia nervosa causes malnutrition and disrupts the body's usual functions.
Cleidocranial dysplasia is a genetic disorder that affects the development of bones and teeth. Learn what to expect with a diagnosis of CCD.
Learn about how your teenager's body image and self-esteem can be affected by cancer and treatment and the resources available to help them cope with any issues.
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