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When Is a Backpack Too Heavy?

July 19, 2023

Learn more about when backpacks are too heavy and how you can deal with back pain from backpack use from UPMC experts.Read More

Medically Reviewed by Primary Care

Categorized as: Family Health, Pediatrics

Tagged with: back pain, back to school, backpacks, balance, posture, school safety
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7 Backpack Safety Tips

August 22, 2014

Follow these seven backpack safety tips to help your children wear their backpacks safely and correctly.Learn More

Categorized as: Pediatrics, Safety

Tagged with: back to school, backpack, backpack safety, Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh of UPMC
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UPMC HealthBeat Podcast: Summer Camps for Medically Fragile Children

June 26, 2023

Kelley Gavel, MS, Certified Child Life Specialist, UPMC Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh discusses the importance of summer camp and the many options available for children with dealing with medical conditions.Listen Now

Medically Reviewed by Pediatrics

Categorized as: UPMC HealthBeat Podcast

Tagged with: Affinity
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Concussion Recovery FAQs: What to Expect

February 3, 2023

No matter your age, and whether you're an athlete or not, you can experience a concussion. But no two concussions are alike. Every concussion and every recovery is specific to that person.Read More

Medically Reviewed by Sports Medicine

Categorized as: Concussion, Health Topics A-Z, Sports Medicine

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My Child Has Been Diagnosed with Scoliosis, Now What?

November 18, 2022

Kids are usually diagnosed with scoliosis between 10 - 15 years old. Not all scoliosis requires treatment. Learn more about teens and scoliosis.Read More

Medically Reviewed by Pediatrics

Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Pediatrics

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What Is Scoliosis?

August 12, 2022

Scoliosis is an abnormal curvature of the spine. It often appears in early adolescence, but aging adults develop scoliosis too. Learn more.Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC

Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Spine Health

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Why Does It Hurt to Carry My Bag?

August 31, 2022

People often injure themselves by carrying bags that are too heavy or by simply carrying bags incorrectly. Learn how to prevent this.Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Rehabilitation Institute

Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Rehabilitation

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Keeping Children Safe Around our Furry Family Members

June 15, 2022

Raising youngsters alongside dogs, cats, or other companion animals can be an early lesson in empathy and responsibility. Learn more.Read More

Medically Reviewed by Pediatrics

Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Pediatrics

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The 2021 School Year and COVID-19: What to Know

March 3, 2022

What students, teachers, and staff members can do to limit the risk of COVID-19 during the 2021-22 school year.Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC

Categorized as: COVID-19, Pediatrics

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