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Childhood stroke: Arterial ischemic stroke (AIS)

Stroke is caused by a blockage of blood vessels in the brain and can happen at any age. Read about arterial ischemic strokes (AIS) which are blood clots in an artery of the brain.

Childhood stroke: Cerebral sinovenous thrombosis (CSVT)

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Stroke is caused a by blockage of blood vessels in the brain and can happen at any age. Read about cerebral sinovenous thrombosis (CSVT) which is a blood clot in a vein.

Stroke in newborns

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Learn about strokes occurring in newborns. Stroke is caused by a blockage of the blood vessels in the brain and can happen at any age. Stroke occurs as frequently in newborns as in the elderly, yet it often goes unrecognized and untreated.

Neurovascular disorders

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Neurovascular disorders are conditions that affect the blood flow in the brain or spinal cord. Learn about the different neurovascular disorders and how they are treated.

Intra-arterial chemotherapy for retinoblastoma

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Learn what intra-arterial chemotherapy is and how it is done.

Other late effects of diabetes

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Learn about other complications that can occur as a result of diabetes including neuropathy, foot problems, heart disease and stroke.

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Speech-language pathology services during hospital admission(s)

Learn about how complex medical conditions and admissions to the hospital can impact speech and language development in children.

Heat-related illness in young athletes

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Learn how to prevent and treat heat-related illness in children and teens who exercise in hot and humid conditions.

Common arterial trunk

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Learn about common arterial trunk, a defect in which a single great artery comes out of the ventricles instead of the usual pulmonary artery and aorta.

Arterial switch procedure

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Learn about the arterial switch procedure, a surgery that is done to correct transposition of the great arteries.

Complications of sickle cell disease

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In addition to anemia and pain, some people with sickle cell disease can have other less common complications. Learn about some of the complications that can happen because of sickle cell disease.

Fat in children's food: What you need to know

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Fat is an essential part of your child or teen’s diet. Learn why, and how to make sure your child is getting enough of the right kind of fat.

Balloon atrial septostomy

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Balloon atrial septostomy is a procedure to expand an atrial septal defect and improve oxygenation of the blood. It is often performed for infants with certain types of congenital heart disease (CHD) such as transposition of the great arteries.

Brain disorders and mental health: Overview

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Brain disorders can be caused by medical conditions, illness or injury. Find out how they can affect a child's mental health and overall functioning.

Neonatal seizures

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Read about the causes, diagnosis and treatment of neonatal seizures.

Complications of sickle cell disease

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In addition to anemia and pain, some people with sickle cell disease can have other less common complications. Learn about some of the complications that can happen because of sickle cell disease.

Dystonia

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Learn about dystonia, a brain disorder that causes muscle stiffness and abnormal postures.

Potential complications of heart surgery

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The risk of complications involved with surgical procedures to correct congenital heart disease is very low.

Heat rash (miliaria)

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Learn about heat rash and how to prevent and treat it.

Heat-related illness: How to prevent

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Learn how to prevent, recognize and treat dehydration and other heat-related illnesses in children.

Summer safety tips

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Check out tips to keep your family safe while playing in the sun or water, preparing a summer feast or exploring nature.

Heart conditions resources

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Books and websites with information about heart conditions in children.

Intra-arterial chemotherapy for retinoblastoma: Caring for your child at home after the procedure

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Learn how to care for your child at home after a treatment of intra-arterial chemotherapy for retinoblastoma.

Sickle cell disease: How our thoughts influence our feelings

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Find out how negative and positive thinking can affect how you feel and how you manage stress and pain.

CPR in a baby (0 to 12 months): First aid

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CPR is a life-saving technique that combines chest compressions and rescue breaths (mouth-to-mouth resuscitation). Along with hands-on CPR training, this information can help save your baby's life.