Pop Culture
With the 2026 World Cup kicking off this June across North America, playground debates heat up as kids around the world almost always pick between these two soccer superstars as their favourite player.
Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo
This medical condition occurs when all three major blood cell types—red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets—are abnormally low, often due to problems in the bone marrow or underlying disease.
Pancytopenia
This group of non‑progressive neurological disorders affects movement and muscle tone and is caused by brain injury or abnormal development before, during, or shortly after birth.
Cerebral palsy
This benzodiazepine is commonly used for anxiety, acute agitation, and seizure management and is known by the generic name lorazepam.
Ativan
This professional women’s soccer team, based in Toronto made its debut season in 2025 and will be hosting a show on The Skoop at the end of the month.
AFC Toronto
This massively popular online game platform lets players design their own virtual games and worlds using its creation tools, while millions of users explore experiences ranging from obstacle courses to role-playing adventures.
Roblox
This condition involves involuntary muscle contractions that cause abnormal, often painful, twisting movements or postures.
Dystonia
This chronic condition occurs when stomach acid frequently flows back into the esophagus, causing symptoms such as heartburn and chest discomfort.
Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)
Originally developed as a seizure medication, this drug is now commonly prescribed to treat neuropathic pain and is known by the brand name Neurontin.
Gabapentin
This Islamic holiday that just passed in May commemorates Prophet Ibrahim’s willingness to sacrifice his son and is often marked by prayer, charity, and sharing food with others.
Eid al-Adha
This term teens use to describe chaotic or overused online content became popular through short‑form videos and memes.
Brain rot
This scale measures a patient’s level of consciousness after injury.
Glasgow Coma Scale (GCS) "lower than 8, intubate!"
This congenital condition is caused by missing nerve cells in part of the colon, leading to severe constipation or bowel obstruction in infants and young children.
Hirschsprung disease - commonly referred to as HSP
This potent opioid analgesic is often used for severe pain management and is available under the brand name Dilaudid.
Hydromorphone
This month-long celebration held every June honors the LGBTQ+ community, commemorates the 1969 Stonewall uprising, and is often marked by colorful parades, festivals, and events worldwide.
Pride Month!
This plush toy brand known for animals, food items, and soft textures has taken over teen backpacks and wish lists.
Jellycats
This high‑pitched, harsh sound heard during breathing often signals upper airway obstruction and requires urgent assessment.
Stridor
This congenital heart defect involves an opening between the two upper chambers of the heart, allowing oxygen‑rich and oxygen‑poor blood to mix.
Atrial septal defect (ASD)
This selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor, also known as Prozac, is commonly prescribed for depression, anxiety disorders, and OCD in children and adolescents.
Fluoxetine
This 2026 Star Wars movie features a bounty hunter and his small green companion going on an adventure together.
The Mandalorian and Grogu - patients and families can watch this movie Saturday, June 20th (Father's Day) in the Hollywood theatre at 4:00 pm (doors open at 3:45 pm).
This popular TikTok trend features creators talking to the camera while they get dressed, do makeup, or prepare for their day.
GRWM (get ready with me)
This condition occurs when nerve damage from a spinal cord injury, brain disorder, or congenital condition interferes with normal bladder control.
Neurogenic bladder
This serious neuropsychiatric syndrome may involve immobility, mutism, rigidity, or repetitive movements and can occur in mood disorders, psychosis, or medical illness.
Catatonia
This medication is commonly given to prevent or treat nausea and vomiting in hospitalized children and is often used after surgery or chemotherapy.
Ondansetron (Zofran)
This special SickKids event is happening on July 3rd, and will take guests on a global adventure, featuring cultures and destinations from around the world in one unforgettable night.
Prom! Friday, July 3, 2026 from 7:00–10:00 PM
Location: Rotunda, 1st floor Black Wing, SickKids Patients aged 15 and up (turning 15 this year/born in 2011 or earlier), must be an active SickKids patient (inpatient or outpatient), each patient may bring one guest (also 15+)