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Congenital heart disease
Congenital heart differences or defects (CHD) are a group of different heart problems that are present at birth. Learn more about the types of CHD.
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Hand, foot and mouth disease
Hand, foot and mouth disease is a common viral illness that mainly affects children under 10 years old but can also affect older children and adults.
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Cystic fibrosis (CF)
Cystic fibrosis (CF) is a genetic disease that affects many body organs, including lungs and digestive system. Learn about CF symptoms and treatments.
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Syphilis
Syphilis is a sexually transmitted infection (STI) that can cause serious health problems if left untreated. Find out more about syphilis here.
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What is Down syndrome?
Down syndrome is a condition caused by 3 copies of chromosome 21. People with Down syndrome may have physical and intellectual disabilities.
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Tongue-tie
Babies born with tongue-tie can’t move their tounge freely. Having tongue-tie can make feeding more difficult for your baby, but help is available.
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Thyroid dysfunction and pregnancy
It’s not uncommon to experience thyroid dysfunction during pregnancy. Learn about the signs, testing and how it can be treated to support your baby.
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What is a congenital disorder?
Congenital disorders are health conditions that are present from birth. They are also called birth differences, congenital anomalies or birth defects.
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Group A strep in pregnancy
Group A streptococcus (GAS) is a bacteria that causes both mild and severe disease in pregnancy. Learn more on symptoms and when to see your doctor.
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Healthy eating for your child
A good diet is important for your child’s development and can reduce their risk of obesity and some diseases. Learn more about healthy eating.
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