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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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What Is a Preconception Doctor’s Appointment?
A preconception doctor's appointment is the first step toward a healthy pregnancy. Learn more about who should have this appointment, when to have it, and why.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Pregnancy and Childbirth
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What Is Hydrocephalus?
Hydrocephalus happens when there's too much fluid in your baby's brain and spinal cord. It's serious, but there are treatments.Read More
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Pediatrics
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Why It’s Safe to Get Donated Blood From Someone Vaccinated for COVID-19
Despite online misinformation, it is safe to receive blood donated by people who got the COVID-19 vaccine and people who have recovered from a COVID-19 illness.Read More
Categorized as: COVID-19
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UPMC HealthBeat Podcast: Baby’s First Trips to the Doctors
A new baby means lots of trips to the doctor in the first two years. Pamela Schoemer, MD from UPMC Children’s Community Pediatrics explains why the visits are important and what you can expect.Listen Now
Categorized as: UPMC HealthBeat Podcast
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Understanding Your Child’s Routine Vaccination Schedule
Use this guide to help you understand the illnesses that routine pediatric vaccines protect against and navigate the vaccine schedule for your child.Read More
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Pediatrics
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What to Know About a COVID-19 Booster Shot
Many people are wondering if they need an additional shot of the COVID-19 vaccine. Learn more about COVID-19 vaccine booster shots.Read More
Categorized as: COVID-19, COVID-19 Vaccination
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How Does the COVID-19 Vaccine Affect Immunocompromised People?
The COVID-19 vaccine is safe and effective, but scientists are gathering more data on its impact on immunocompromised people.Read More
Categorized as: COVID-19, COVID-19 Vaccination
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Why Is There a Waiting Period Between COVID-19 Vaccine Doses?
Both the Pfizer and Moderna vaccines against COVID-19 require a few weeks wait between the first and second dose. Here's why.Read More
Categorized as: COVID-19, COVID-19 Vaccination
