Search Results for: kids
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How Sensory Processing Issues May Affect Kids in School
Many children are picky about their clothes, food, and hobbies. But those who are sensitive to sounds, textures, and more may have a sensory processing disorder.Read More
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Pediatrics
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How Are Heart Defects in Infants and Kids Diagnosed?
Congenital heart defects are the most common birth defect. Learn about these heart defects in infants and children, and how they're diagnosed, and treated.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Heart and Vascular Health, Living and Wellness, Pediatrics
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Talking to Your Kids about Sex: What You Need to Know
Talking about sex with kids is vital for every parent. And it's a conversation that should happen earlier and more often than you think.Read More
Categorized as: Family Health, Health Topics A-Z, Living and Wellness, Pediatrics
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Kids Aren’t Just ‘Small Adults.’ Why It’s Important for Them to Go to a Pediatric Provider.
When your child is sick or hurt, a pediatric provider is typically the better option for their care. Staff, equipment, and treatments are tailored toward kids.Read More
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Pediatrics
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UPMC Life Changers: Dr. Diego Chaves-Gnecco Believes in the Importance of Multicultural Care. So He Created a Groundbreaking Clinic for Kids in Western Pennsylvania
Diego Chaves-Gnecco, MD, founded the first bicultural and bilingual pediatric clinic in 2002. The clinic has helped thousands of families.Watch Now
Categorized as: UPMC Stories
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Why Do Kids Bite? What to Do If Your Child Bites Someone
Children bite for many reasons, including anger, teething pain, or even for attention. Learn how to stop your infant, toddler, or older child from biting.Read More
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Pediatrics
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Signs of Seasonal Allergies in Kids
Seasonal allergies often start in childhood and increase with age and more exposure to allergens. Learn more.Read More
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Pediatrics
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Day Care Syndrome: Keeping Your Kids Healthy in Child Care
Is your child sick all the time? Day care may be the reason why. Learn about how to respond to common day care illnesses.Read More
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Pediatrics
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Pediatric Strokes: How Do Strokes Affect Kids?
Strokes are uncommon in children, but they can occur. Learn about causes, warning signs and symptoms, and treatment options from UPMC.Read More
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Pediatrics