There are many types of cancer, but there are some things that are similar in most cancers. Learn about cells, tumours and how cancer spreads.
The Ottawa personal decision guide is a useful decision-making tool, which can be used when deciding whether or not to have scoliosis surgery.
School mates may not understand your scoliosis surgery, and may overreact. Learn tips for communicating with them, as well as preparing for school absences.
Being told you need surgery for your cancer diagnosis or treatment can be scary. This page describes the different types of surgery you might need to help you prepare and know what to expect.
Chemotherapy is a type of cancer treatment. Learn about the different types of chemotherapy medications, how your health-care team decides which types to use, and the role of corticosteroids in cancer treatment.
There are five different curve patterns in the spines of teenagers with scoliosis. Learn about these, and other physical changes that can occur.
Read about factors to consider when deciding whether to have scoliosis surgery. These factors include age, growth, and the degree of the Cobb curve.
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.
Learn about how hemophilia is treated, how to manage bleeds, transitioning to adult care and how to be more proactive about your own care.
Learn what is involved in scoliosis surgery, what to expect when you are recovering and how to cope with your emotions, and your friends and family.
Find out who will be a part of your transplant team and their roles in your care throughout the transplant process.
Eating healthy foods, being physically active and sleeping well are important parts of a healthy lifestyle. Read about tips for keeping healthy as you navigate puberty.
Acne is the most common skin condition in teens. Learn what it is, what it looks like and how you can treat it.
Bipolar disorder is a mood disorder. Find out about the types of bipolar disorder, the symptoms and how it is diagnosed.
Use this video meditation every night as a bedtime ritual to learn tips on how to calm down and relax your mind before sleep.
It can be challenging to share information about your celiac disease and gluten-free diet. Learn communication skills that can help you get the support you need to take care of yourself.
Teens living with hemophilia can learn what to expect when making the inevitable transition from paediatric care to adult care.
