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Research and clinical trials: An overview

Learn about the different kinds of health research and how research leads to better health care.

Sun safety

Learn about choosing the correct sunscreen, wearing proper clothing and drinking enough fluids to stay safe in the sun.

Nutrition labels: Finding out about the food you eat

Learn how to read nutrition labels to help compare and choose products, and to make informed food choices.

Phenylketonuria (PKU) transitions in the middle years

Children with phenylketonuria (PKU) need to learn how to balance everyday life and health care. Learn ways to encourage your child to manage their PKU.

Substance use disorder: How to help

​Discover how to monitor your teen's substance use effectively and what to do if your teen has a substance use disorder.

Avoiding mosquito bites and related diseases after a transplant

Anorexia nervosa: Signs and symptoms

Find out about the signs and symptoms of anorexia nervosa.

Sun: Protecting your child's skin

Learn how choosing the correct sunscreen and wearing proper clothing can help to protect your child's skin from the sun.

Pediazole

Your child needs to take the medicine called pediazole for an infection. This information sheet explains what pediazole 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 med

Pyrazinamide

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

Sulfisoxazole

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

Staying safe in the sun

Tetracycline

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

Behavioural disorders: How to help your child at home

Learn how to manage your child's difficult behaviour.

Celiac disease and the gluten-free diet

Complete this module to learn all about cross-contamination and how to read ingredient labels to help you follow the gluten-free diet.

Insect bites

Discover how to recognize, treat and prevent insect bites, bee and wasp stings, and when to seek medical attention.

A camp's guide for supporting campers with celiac disease

Learn about celiac disease and the strict gluten-free diet and how you can create an inclusive and safe environment for campers with celiac disease.

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.

How a child becomes more independent

Learn about different factors that affect how your child is able to take on more responsibility for their self-care.

Scar massage for surgical scars

Scar massage can improve the appearance of surgical scars. Read about scar massage techniques to help manage your child’s surgical scars.

Secondary cancer after a brain tumour

Read about the occurrence of secondary cancer after brain tumour treatment in your child. Find out what the risk factors are, how it will be screened and what can be done.

Common anti-epileptic drugs

Read about common anti-epileptic drugs. Each AED has a generic name and one or more brand names. The generic name is the chemical name for the drug.

Halloween safety

Halloween is a time for dressing up, eating candy, carving pumpkins and decorating homes. Learn how to make it safe as well as fun.

Tattoos and piercings after a transplant

A grandparent's guide to celiac disease

Celiac disease and the gluten-free diet may be new to you. Learn about celiac disease and the gluten-free diet and what you can do to support your grandchild.