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.
Scabies is a skin condition caused by mites. Learn what to look for and how it is treated.
Invasive group A streptococcal disease (iGAS) is a serious infection that occurs when bacteria called group A beta-hemolytic streptococci (GAS) spread to different organs in the body.
Strep throat is a throat infection caused by a type of bacteria called streptococci. Learn how you can take care of your child.
2 minutes; Ages 7–11
A walk through the pathology lab, where doctors examine blood and other bodily fluids, organs and tissues.
The AboutKidsHealth team works closely with the health-care professionals at The Hospital for Sick Children in the development and review of the health information on AboutKidsHealth.ca
25 minutes; Ages 11 and under
Choose your captain and complete missions in space by learning to recognize emotions and respond to them appropriately.
In this edition: Child life specialist, Rachael, and Librarian, Brian, practice book stretching.Please note that this video was filmed prior to COVID-19.
A list of resources for young people who may be questioning their gender identity or sexual orientation.
Health games and videos for kids.
Legal information for AboutKidsHealth.ca
Read about chronic illness and ways to cope. Congenital heart disease is a common example. While it can often be well managed, it never goes away.
Learn how to effectively keep your baby safe when using baby equipment, including change tables, cribs, strollers, carriers/slings, playpens and more.
Read about different types of attachment that a baby or child might develop. Attachment issues, such as disorganized attachment, are discussed.
Emily shares a brain break that focuses on breathing. This type of breathing is called 'shape' breathing. For this activity, you will be making a star and rainbow shape with your body. Which shape was your favourite?Please note that this video was filmed prior to COVID-19.
Emily shares a brain break activity that teaches us how to relax different parts of our bodies. Who knew that you can use your muscles to help you to relax!Please note that this video was filmed prior to COVID-19.
Join SickKids' therapeutic clown, Fern, as she learns about being a flu fighter with child life specialist, Rachael.Please note that this video was filmed prior to COVID-19.
Learn about pain relief medication and how to administer it, including patient controlled analgesia.
Learn about common painful conditions including arthritis, sickle cell anaemia, and cancer.
Learn about children with pain: how pain is defined, why we feel pain, how it works and how to relieve pain.
