Search Results for: NICU

• Article - 5 Minute Read

  How Technology Helps Care in the NICU

  June 21, 2023

  UPMC Children's uses telemedicine and state-of-the-art technology to help care for babies in the NICU. Learn how technology can help improve outcomes.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by Pediatrics

  Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Pediatrics

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• Article - 3 Minute Read

  Understanding NICU Levels: Specialty Care for Your Newborn

  April 4, 2022

  A neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) provides care for sick or premature babies. Learn more about what the care teams at different NICUs do.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by Pediatrics

  Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Pediatrics

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  Specialized Care for Preterm Babies in NICUs

  April 28, 2015

  Preterm babies need special care to handle complications. NICUs are specialized units with trained professionals to meet the needs of premature infants.Learn More

  Categorized as: Pregnancy and Childbirth

  Tagged with: Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh of UPMC, Magee-Womens Hospital of UPMC, medical mondays, neonatal intensive care unit, NICU, premature birth, preterm birth, preterm labor

  

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• Article - 3 Minute Read

  What Is an APGAR Score?

  March 29, 2024

  The APGAR score is a measurement of your baby's health in five key categories right after birth: breathing, heart rate, reflexes, skin color, and muscle tone.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by Pediatrics

  Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Pediatrics

  Tagged with: Discovery

  

• Article - 7 Minute Read

  Top 2 Most Common Plastic Surgery Procedures on the Body

  March 20, 2024

  Here's what you should know about the two most common elective plastic surgery procedures on five key areas of the body.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by Plastic Surgery

  Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness

  Tagged with: Discovery

  

• Article - 5 Minute Read

  What to Expect if Your Child Needs Molding Helmet Therapy

  November 13, 2023

  If your baby needs helmet therapy, you may feel overwhelmed. But you and your baby will adjust quickly. Learn more.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by Pediatrics

  Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Pediatrics

  Tagged with: Consideration, Specialty

  

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  UPMC HealthBeat Podcast: The Importance of Medical Play for Hospitalized Children

  September 18, 2023

  Being in the hospital can be frightening and stressful for a child, but medical play can make a real difference in their experience.Listen Now

  Medically Reviewed by UPMC

  Categorized as: Children's Mental Health, Health Topics A-Z, Pediatrics, UPMC HealthBeat Podcast

  Tagged with: Affinity

  

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  UPMC Podcast: Life After Weight Loss with Dr. Rubin

  August 21, 2023

  This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not medical care or advice. Clinicians should rely on their own medical judgments when advising their patients. Patients in need of medical care should consult their personal care provider. Losing a large amount of weight can be life-changing, but it can also come with…Watch Now

  Medically Reviewed by UPMC

  Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, UPMC HealthBeat Podcast

  Tagged with: Affinity, Specialty

  

• Article - 5 Minute Read

  Is Nail Polish Bad for Your Nails?

  March 11, 2024

  Nail polish looks good, but is it healthy for your skin and nails? Here's what you need to know before you book your next nail appointment.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by Dermatology

  Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Skin Care

  Tagged with: Discovery