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Lyme disease

Learn how to prevent, recognize and treat Lyme disease.

Insect bites

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

Animal bites: First aid

Learn how to properly care for your child if they have been bitten or scratched by an animal.

Spider bites and scorpion stings

How to avoid, recognize and treat spider bites and scorpion stings.

Avoiding mosquito bites and related diseases after a transplant

Tips for language development at 18 months

Information and tips to help parents and caregivers develop their child’s language at 18 months of age.

Post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation and hypopigmentation

Find out why skin can sometimes change colour after inflammation or trauma and how to manage it.

Anaphylaxis: How to recognize and respond to a severe allergic reaction

Anaphylaxis is a severe reaction to an allergen. Learn how to prevent and identify anaphylaxis and how to respond when someone has an anaphlactic reaction.

Esophageal atresia or tracheoesophageal fistula (EA/TEF) repair: How to help your child with eating

Find out how to help your child with swallowing food after EA/TEF repair.

Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD): Overview

Discover the causes and rates of post-traumatic stress disorder in children and teens.

Fever in a returning traveller

Find out what to look out for and when to see a doctor if your child has a fever after travelling abroad.

Other considerations during therapy for leukemia

Learn how to safeguard children with leukemia against infection and other precautions they should be taking during treatment.

Epinephrine for severe allergic reactions

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

CFTR modulators: Diet and lifestyle modifications

When taking CFTR modulators is it important to take them with fat. You may also need to make other changes to your diet when taking CFTR modulators.

How to support your child after a dog bite

When a child experiences a dog bite it can impact them and their families. Find out what to expect after a dog bite and how to support your child.

Cellulitis

Learn about the causes, symptoms and treatment of this serious skin infection.

Impetigo

Impetigo is a common skin infection that is caused by bacteria. Learn what to look for, and what you and your doctor can do to care for your child.

Celiac disease: Healthy gluten-free snacks

Balanced snacks are a healthy and nutritious part of a gluten-free diet. Discover how to choose naturally gluten-free foods, practise mindful eating and plan ahead to support healthy snacking. 

Swollen lymph nodes

Swollen lymph nodes occur when the body is fighting an infection. Learn how to identify swollen lymph nodes and care for your child.

Allergies

Read about what allergies are, types of allergens, the signs and symptoms of allergies and how to respond to an allergic reaction.

Malaria in children

Learn about malaria, an infection passed on by mosquitoes.