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  Firework Safety Tips

  May 7, 2023

  Fireworks cause thousands of injuries each year. Follow these firework safety do's and don'ts to celebrate without a trip to the hospital.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by Trauma & Emergency Medicine

  Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness

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  Still Fighting: After Losing Legs in Crash, Firefighter Refuses to Give in

  March 5, 2020

  Justin Dawson saw the car that would change his life coming at him almost in slow motion. Learn more about his story.Watch Now

  Medically Reviewed by UPMC

  Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Rehabilitation

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  Fire Safety Tips That Everyone Needs to Remember

  February 22, 2018

  Working smoke alarms reduce the chances of dying by nearly 50 percent according to fire safety experts.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by UPMC

  Categorized as: Pediatrics

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  Holiday Safety Tips: Preventing Burns and Fires

  November 19, 2021

  Are you keeping your Christmas tree well-watered to prevent an unexpected house fire? Learn about holiday burn and fire safety from the experts at UPMC.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by Trauma & Emergency Medicine

  Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Safety

  Tagged with: 911, burn safety, chemical fire extinguisher, Christmas, fire, flame burns, hot food, hot oil, house fire, Jenny Ziembicki, scald burns, UPMC Mercy Burn Center, winter

  

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  Prevent Injury With These Fireworks Safety Facts

  May 1, 2023

  Celebrate Independence Day the right way by keeping you and your family safe from homemade firework displays.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by Trauma & Emergency Medicine

  Categorized as: Family Health, Safety

  Tagged with: 4th of July, fireworks, holiday, UPMC Mercy Burn Center, UPMC Trauma Services

  

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  Climate Plays a Major Role in Health. UPMC Is Taking Steps for a More Sustainable Future

  April 15, 2024

  Clinicians for Climate Action, a group of health care professionals from UPMC and Pitt, are working toward decarbonizing health care.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by Pediatrics

  Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Pediatrics

  Tagged with: Affinity

  

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  KP Parham: Personal Struggle to Peer Support Leader at UPMC

  March 28, 2024

  KP Parham transforms lives at UPMC with his own story, leading mental health support and peer recovery with empathy and expertise.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by UPMC Western Behavioral Health

  Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Policy and Advocacy

  Tagged with: Affinity

  

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  UPMC Life Changers: CPR Saves Lives. Dr. Sylvia Owusu-Ansah Is Teaching It to Underserved Communities

  March 4, 2024

  Through various initiatives, Sylvia Owusu-Ansah, MD, MPH, has helped to provide CPR training for both children and adults in underserved communities.Watch Now

  Medically Reviewed by Trauma & Emergency Medicine

  Categorized as: UPMC Stories

  Tagged with: Affinity

  

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  Dealing with Indoor Allergies in Winter

  December 5, 2023

  Dust mites, pet dander, mold, and insect particles are among the most common indoor allergens. Learn how you can limit your exposure and treat indoor allergies.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by UPMC

  Categorized as: Living and Wellness

  Tagged with: Discovery