Food poisoning occurs when bacteria, parasites and viruses grow on food. Prevent food poisoning with these tips on handling and storing food properly.
Learn the difference between pasteurized and unpasteurized foods so you can safely feed your baby solids.
Local anesthesia is used to numb only part of the body. Learn about it, when it is usually used and the different ways it can be given.
Learn more about body image and how having a positive body image can improve your overall health.
There is no need for your child to miss out on the excitement that comes with Halloween. Read about common gluten-free treats and fun Halloween activities for children with celiac disease.
Learn how to support your child through eating and appetite changes when they are following a gluten-free diet for celiac disease.
An overview of poisonous plants.
Children with celiac disease must follow a strict gluten-free diet. This article contains tips to help your child maintain their special diet.
Learn what a liver biopsy is, why it is required and how to prepare your child for the procedure.
Learn how and when to introduce different food textures to your child.
Travelling to new places with a diagnosis of celiac disease can sometimes feel overwhelming. With careful planning and research, you and your family can enjoy your trip, gluten-free!
Learn about the various medications that are used to treat pain. These include acetaminophen, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), opioids, and local and topical anaesthetics.
Learn about MRI arthrograms, what they do and why your child would need one.
Lice are small, flat, wingless insects that live on the surface of the scalp. Learn how to check for, treat and prevent this common infestation.
Children's veins may become damaged by frequent, painful needle insertions. A PICC may be the best way for some children to receive medicines and IV fluids or to have blood samples taken. Learn about this procedure and how to care for the PICC.
Learn how to prepare, store and cook food safely to minimize the risk of illness.
Find out how to help your child with swallowing and digesting food after EA/TEF repair.
Calcium carbonate is used as a phosphate binder in chronic kidney disease (CKD) to bind the ingested phosphate from a meal.
A lumbar puncture is done to look at cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) to examine if it contains cancer cells. Learn why you may need this test, how a lumbar puncture is done and what to expect after the test.
If your child needs acetaminophen or ibuprofen for fever or pain relief, your health-care provider can help you choose the right product for them.
This article will provide information to help prepare your child for their surgery, test or treatment under general anesthesia.
How to avoid, recognize and treat spider bites and scorpion stings.
