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    Caffeine and energy drinks

    Health A-Z

    Caffeine is a stimulant drug found in many drinks, treats and some medicines. Find out its effects on your body and how much of it is OK to consume per day.

    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.

    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.

    Sickle cell disease: Sleep restriction

    Health A-Z

    Find out how to set up a new sleep schedule to help you spend more of your time in bed sleeping instead of tossing and turning.

    Sickle cell disease and setting goals

    Health A-Z

    A goal is something that is important to you and that you want to accomplish. You can set a goal for any part of your life, such as your general health, your activity, your social life, your school grades, your sleep and so on.

    Sickle cell disease: How much sleep are you getting?

    Health A-Z

    Getting enough sleep is an important part of having healthy sleep habits and coping with pain. Find tips for creating a sleep schedule to help you get enough sleep.

    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.

    Sickle cell disease: Scheduling worrying time

    Health A-Z

    Thinking about your worries at bedtime can make you more anxious and make it harder to sleep. Find tips for reflecting on your worries during the day instead of when you are trying to sleep.

    Symptoms of sickle cell disease

    Health A-Z

    Sickle cell disease symptoms can be different for each person, but the most common symptoms are anemia and pain. Read about why these symptoms happen in people with sickle cell disease.

    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.

    Getting the most from your support systems

    Health A-Z

    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.

    Corticosteroids for JIA

    Health A-Z

    Eating healthy

    Health A-Z

    Cystic fibrosis and nutrition

    Health A-Z

    People with cystic fibrosis can maintain healthy bodies with nutritional support and advice.

    Physical activity and mental health: Types of physical activity

    Health A-Z

    Take this quiz to find out what type of exercise or activity is right for you based on your exercise preferences.

    How to take medication with a puffer using a spacer with a mouthpiece

    Health A-Z

    Puffers should always be used with a spacer. Learn how to take medication with a puffer using a spacer with a mouthpiece.

    Who else needs to know?

    Health A-Z

    There are certain people who need to know about your scoliosis surgery. Read about why you should inform your dentist and airport security.

    Lumbar punctures and cancer diagnosis

    Health A-Z

    A lumbar puncture is done to look at cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) to examine if it contains cancer cells. Learn why you may need this test, how a lumbar puncture is done and what to expect after the test.

    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.

    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.

    Loss of appetite and cancer treatment

    Health A-Z

    Cancer treatments and side effects may affect your appetite. Learn about what you can do if you've lost your appetite.

    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.

    Gliomas

    Health A-Z

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

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