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Tetralogy of Fallot

Read about Tetralogy of Fallot, a condition involving four congenital defects that occur when the heart does not develop normally.

Behaviour changes and congenital heart disease

If your child has a heart condition, you may notice changes in their behaviour or that they display behavioural problems from time to time.

Genetics and heart conditions

Learn about the role that genetics plays in many heart conditions that afflict children.

Cyanosis (blue spells) in congenital heart disease

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.

Diagnosis of congenital heart disease

Learn about congenital heart disease in children. Congenital heart disease happens when parts of the heart do not form properly.

Treatment of heart conditions

Learn about the treatment of heart conditions. Find out about the different types of heart treatment and the right questions you should ask the doctor about the treatment.

Atrioventricular septal defect (AVSD)

Learn about atrioventricular septal defects (AVSD) in children. This condition involves the lung overfilling with blood.

Surgical correction of congenital heart defects

Learn about open-heart, closed-heart, and minimally invasive heart surgery.

Playing sports with congenital heart disease

Learn about safe levels of activity for adults with congenital heart disease. Activity generally has positive effects on the body and its organs.

22q11 deletion syndrome: Medical features

22q11DS is a genetic condition with a wide range of symptoms. Learn about some of the more common medical features of 22q11DS.

Down syndrome: Related medical conditions

Children with Down syndrome may be at a higher risk for some medical conditions. Learn what these conditions are and how to manage them.

Types of cancer in young people

The types of cancer that children and teenagers get are often different from the types that older adults get. Learn about some of the more common types of cancer in young people.

I'm Tired of it! - COVID-19 Feelings and What You Can Do About Them

​It's been a while since COVID-19 started, and that can bring up a lot of different feelings.
Please note that this video was filmed prior to COVID-19.

Gliomas

Gliomas are a type of brain tumour. Find out what causes them, types of gliomas and possible symptoms.

Side effects of chemotherapy for brain tumours

An in-depth description of the potential side effects of chemotherapy for children suffering from brain tumours.

Types of juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA) medications

Teens Taking Charge: Letting go

This page gives an overview of how to help your teen with arthritis take control of their arthritis. It leads to pages on how to help your teen learn to manage own health care.

Hemophilia glossary

A list of helpful glossary terms for Teens Taking Charge Managing Your Hemophilia program.

Types of juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA)

This page lists the different types of arthritis that can arise in young people. Knowing the type of arthritis you have can help you understand your condition and how it will do over time.

Symptoms of stress

Chemotherapy for other tumour types

An in-depth discussion of chemotherapy for children suffering from various types of brain tumours.

Oligoarticular arthritis

Oligoarticular arthritis is the most common type of arthritis in young people, affecting four joints or less in the first six months of symptoms. Find out more about the two different types of oligoarticular arthritis.

Coarctation of the aorta

Learn about coarctation of the aorta, a condition that involves a narrowing of the major artery leading from the heart to the body, affecting blood pressure. Find out how this condition can impact your life now and in the future.

Consequences of pain

Read about the long-term consequences of pain on a child, the importance of a child's pain management. A discussion of pain myths is included.

Managing cancer and treatment symptoms

Both cancer and cancer treatments can cause a range of symptoms. Find out why this is and hear from other teens about their experiences.