Shock wave lithotripsy is a treatment to break down kidney stones. Find out how to prepare for the treatment and how to care for your child afterwards.
Learn how to insert and remove a tampon, and how to recognize toxic shock syndrome.
An overview of the first aid treatment of bleeding and the prevention of shock.
Read about the types of epilepsy and the suggested treatments.
Read about causes and symptoms of myoclonic seizures and how they are treated.
Read about the symptoms and causes of absence seizures and how best to help your child when they have one.
Find out what makes a good running shoe and how to find the right fit for your child.
Read about the causes and symptoms of atonic seizures, or “drop attacks”, and how they are treated.
Read about the causes, symptoms and treatments for encephalopathies and progressive syndromes.
Find out what happens when your child is admitted for a video EEG in the epilepsy monitoring unit.
Learn about the different ways cancer will impact you and your teenager, and how other parents have coped when their child is diagnosed.
Many teenagers who are diagnosed with cancer will want to know how their cancer will affect them now. Learn about the types of feelings you may have, what might change in your life and where you can find support.
Learn strategies to help you cope with your emotions while taking care of your child with cancer.
Losing a child is one of the most difficult losses a person can go through. This page describes common reactions to grief and available supports.
Learn about myoclonus, a movement disorder that can affect children.
Proper footwear is important when you have arthritis. Learn how orthotic inserts and splints can help to relieve pain from JIA.
Find out what happens during an electroencephalogram before epilepsy surgery.
Learn strategies to cope with the stress and worry of having a child or teenager with JIA.
Find out how to help your child with swallowing food after EA/TEF repair.
An overview of seizures and epilepsy, with information about treatment options.
A guide for parents on preventing head injuries at home and outdoors.
An easy-to-understand overview of the causes, symptoms, and treatment of children who have experienced a natural or man-made disaster.
Blue spells occur when a child's lungs are not receiving enough blood to carry oxygen to the rest of the body. Find out what to do in case of a blue spell.
Find out how you can manage your own health while caring for your family after your child experiences a traumatic injury.
