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2 minutes; Ages 7–11
A walk through the pathology lab, where doctors examine blood and other bodily fluids, organs and tissues.
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Learn how congenital heart disease can affect a child’s experience in school.
Learn about complementary and alternative therapies and what to consider before you try them.
Proper diabetes care at home includes sharing responsibility and creating and maintaining a routine. Find out how to do this in a way that works for your family.
An overview of what to expect when a child with diabetes starts school and how it will impact their life at school.
This page describes the use of chemotherapy for rhabdoid tumours.
Having scoliosis can be emotionally upsetting for young children and teenagers. Find out about some common issues they face, such as negative self-image and increased stress.
Find out about the use of biologic agents in the treatment of JIA including what biologics are, how they work, safety considerations and side effects, and the biologics that are currently available to treat JIA.
Emily shares a brain break activity that shows us how to choose a breathing anchor. Brain Breaks are activities designed to calm your mind and body. Please note that this video was filmed prior to COVID-19.
In this edition: Child life specialist, Rachael, and SickKids' Therapeutic clown, Soleil, talk about missing out on events.*Please note that this video was filmed prior to COVID-19.
Therapeutic clown A. Leboo and Child Life Specialists tell us why it is important to get your body moving, even if it is a little painful, to help your body heal. Here are some examples of simple exercises.Please note that this video was filmed prior to COVID-19.
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.
Hang out with Rachael as she walks you through an animal-themed calming and sleepy guided relaxation. Perfect for before bed or when you're feeling anxious or stressed.*Please note that this video was filmed prior to COVID-19.
Learn about conditions that affect the liver, pancreas and gastrointestinal system. Find out about diagnostic procedures, treatment and more.
Acne is the most common skin condition in teens. Learn what it is, what it looks like and how you can treat it.
Health games and videos for kids.
Physiotherapists, occupational therapists, and speech-language pathologists are health care professionals who can help children with heart conditions recover after surgery.
Read about chronic illness and ways to cope. Congenital heart disease is a common example. While it can often be well managed, it never goes away.