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Food allergies and travelling

Learn how to make travel safer for a child with a food allergy.

Travelling when you have a transplant

Seasonal allergies

Learn about common symptoms and treatments for seasonal allergies.

Allergies

Read about what allergies are, types of allergens, the signs and symptoms of allergies and how to respond to an allergic reaction.

Travelling with celiac disease

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!

Fever in a returning traveller

Find out what to look out for and when to see a doctor if your child has a fever after travelling abroad.

Caring for dental braces while travelling and away from home

Learn how you and your child can care for their dental braces, retainers and invisible aligners while away from home or travelling.

Food poisoning: Protecting your family

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

Eosinophilic esophagitis (EoE)

Information for children, adolescents and their families about eosinophilic esophagitis (EoE), a disorder that involves inflammation and swelling of the esophagus.

Peanut allergy

A peanut allergy is a life-long reaction to the proteins in found peanuts. Find out how to help your child manage it.

Tree nut allergy

Find out how to help your child manage an allergy to tree nuts such as almonds, pecans, cashews or hazelnuts.

Cow's milk protein allergy (CMPA)

Learn about the different types of allergic reactions that infants and children may experience to proteins found in cow's milk.

Nutrition as your baby gets older

An in-depth list of recommended foods for older babies. Healthy choices of nutritious foods are provided, and allergenic foods are discussed.

Avoiding mosquito bites and related diseases after a transplant

Egg allergy

Find out how to help your child manage an egg allergy.

Hemophilia and travelling abroad

Teens living with hemophilia learn practical tips when they are ready to take a trip abroad.

Milk allergy

Find out how to help your child manage a milk allergy.

What to do before scoliosis surgery

Find out what should be done prior to having an operation for scoliosis, such as when to stop eating and what to bring to the hospital.

Soy allergy

Find out how to help your child manage a soy allergy.

Halloween safety

Halloween is a time for dressing up, eating candy, carving pumpkins and decorating homes. Learn how to make it safe as well as fun.

Introducing solids

​Find out when to start feeding a baby solid food, how to tell when they are ready to start eating solids, and tips for introducing solids.