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      Food poisoning: Protecting your family

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      Food poisoning occurs when bacteria, parasites and viruses grow on food. Prevent food poisoning with these tips on handling and storing food properly.

      Pasteurized food and babies

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      Learn the difference between pasteurized and unpasteurized foods so you can safely feed your baby solids.

      Body image

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      Learn more about body image and how having a positive body image can improve your overall health.

      Local anesthesia

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      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.

      Celiac disease and Halloween: Tips and tricks

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      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.

      Celiac disease: Managing picky eating on the gluten-free diet

      Learn how to support your child through eating and appetite changes when they are following a gluten-free diet for celiac disease.

      Celiac disease: Tips to maintain the gluten-free diet

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      Children with celiac disease must follow a strict gluten-free diet. This article contains tips to help your child maintain their special diet.

      Tacrolimus

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      Plant safety

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      An overview of poisonous plants.

      Liver biopsy using image guidance

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      Learn what a liver biopsy is, why it is required and how to prepare your child for the procedure.

      Arthrogram using image guidance

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      Learn about MRI arthrograms, what they do and why your child would need one.

      Travelling with celiac disease

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      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!

      Introducing new food textures to your baby

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      Learn how and when to introduce different food textures to your child.

      Safe handling of food after transplant

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      Lead poisoning

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      An overview of the symptoms, causes, treatment options and prevention of lead poisoning.

      Medications for JIA pain

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      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.

      Food safety basics

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      Learn how to prepare, store and cook food safely to minimize the risk of illness.

      Head lice

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      ​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.

      Immunosuppressants

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      Lumbar punctures and cancer diagnosis

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      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.

      How to safely use acetaminophen or ibuprofen tablets by mouth for children

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      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.

      Calcium-based phosphate binders

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      Calcium carbonate is used as a phosphate binder in chronic kidney disease (CKD) to bind the ingested phosphate from a meal.

      GI (gastrointestinal) tract

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      Cystic fibrosis (CF)

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      May is Cystic Fibrosis Month. Learn what causes cystic fibrosis, what the signs and symptoms are, and what treatments are available.

      Nystatin

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