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    Celiac disease: How to be a self-advocate and communicate about your health

    Health A-Z

    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.

    What is acne?

    Health A-Z

    Acne is the most common skin condition in teens. Learn what it is, what it looks like and how you can treat it.

    Common concerns about liver transplant surgery

    Health A-Z

    Sickle cell disease: Doing enjoyable activities

    Health A-Z

    Doing enjoyable activities is an important step in easing negative emotions. Find examples of enjoyable activities and tips that can help you make time for enjoyable activities every day, even if you already feel busy.

    What is cancer?

    Health A-Z

    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.

    Deciding whether to have scoliosis surgery

    Health A-Z

    The Ottawa personal decision guide is a useful decision-making tool, which can be used when deciding whether or not to have scoliosis surgery.

    Returning to school after scoliosis surgery

    Health A-Z

    School mates may not understand your scoliosis surgery, and may overreact. Learn tips for communicating with them, as well as preparing for school absences.

    Types of cancer surgery

    Health A-Z

    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.

    What is chemotherapy?

    Health A-Z

    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.

    Is scoliosis surgery for you?

    Health A-Z

    Read about factors to consider when deciding whether to have scoliosis surgery. These factors include age, growth, and the degree of the Cobb curve.

    Travel and chemotherapy

    Health A-Z

    Some people can still travel and go on vacation while receiving chemotherapy. Find out what you need to know about travel and chemotherapy, including practicial tips and major risks.

    The cancer care team: Social worker

    Health A-Z

    A social worker can help you and your family manage your social and emotional needs during cancer treatment. Find out when you or your family would talk to a social worker and why.

    Types of cancer in young people

    Health A-Z

    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.

    Celiac disease: Top 10 places gluten may hide

    Health A-Z

    Learn about common places gluten likes to hide and what you can do to stick to your gluten-free diet to manage celiac disease.

    Cognitive side effects of radiation

    Health A-Z

    For some people, radiation can affect memory and ability to think, learn and concentrate. These are known as cognitive side effects. Find out who gets cognitive side effects, how you will know if you have cognitive side effects and the effects of these changes.

    Cancer resources

    Health A-Z

    Discover multimedia resources that can offer you information and support throughout cancer treatment and beyond.

    Developing positive eating habits

    Health A-Z

    Developing positive eating habits can be difficult. Find out what your teen can do every day to develop a healthy attitude toward food.

    Cancer-related fatigue

    Health A-Z

    Cancer, treatments, stress and other factors can cause fatigue. Learn about the symptoms of cancer-related fatigue and how to manage it.

    Chemotherapy as an outpatient

    Health A-Z

    Find out what happens when you receive chemotherapy as an outpatient, either in the hospital or taking medications at home.

    Attention focusing

    Health A-Z

    Astrocytomas

    Health A-Z

    Astrocytomas are a type of glioma. Learn what causes them, what the grade of astrocytoma means and where they can appear.

    Dental check-up and cancer treatment

    Health A-Z

    It is important to visit the dentist for a check-up before beginning cancer treatment. Read on for information on the importance of a check-up and dental cleaning before treatment.

    Cancer treatments and support therapies

    Health A-Z

    Chemotherapy isn't the only treatment available for cancer. Learn about the different types of treatments for cancer including radiation and surgery, and how other teens have coped with their treatments.

    Sickle cell disease and macronutrients: Building blocks of your diet

    Health A-Z

    Learn about the nutrients that help your body function, including their role in the body and which foods are richest in these nutrients.

    Eye problems and juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA)

    Health A-Z

    Take a detailed look at the types of eye conditions that can occur in young people with arthritis. These conditions include uveitis, cataracts and glaucoma. Learn about some of the potential treatments for these conditions.

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