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Why You Need to Download the UPMC Children’s App

December 26, 2018

For busy Pittsburgh parents on the go, staying updated on the health of your child just got easier with a new pediatrics app. Watch Now

Medically Reviewed by Pediatrics

Categorized as: Family Health, Pediatrics

Tagged with: Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh of UPMC, iPhone

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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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Allergies Affect More Than 40 Percent of Children

February 28, 2015

Allergies affect over 40 percent of children today. Learn more about allergies, their symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment options for your children. Learn More

Categorized as: Family Health

Tagged with: allergens, allergies, blood test, challenge test, Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh of UPMC, immunotherapy, itch, rash, skin tests, Todd Green MD

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What Do I Do if My Child Has Allergies?

November 21, 2014

Learn more about common allergens, the causes and symptoms of allergies, and the best treatment options for children. Learn More

Categorized as: Pediatrics

Tagged with: allergen, Allergic disorders, allergic reaction, allergies, allergy, allergy shots, anaphylaxis, Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh of UPMC, hives, immunotherapy, pediatrics, pulmonary medicine, runny nose, seasonal allergy, spring allergy symptoms

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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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How Can I Help My Child Maintain a Healthy Weight?

July 17, 2014

Playing a proactive role in your child's lifestyle choices can help him or her maintain a healthy weight. Learn how you can prevent childhood obesity. Read More

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Categorized as: Pediatrics

Tagged with: BMI, body mass index, childhood obesity, Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh of UPMC, healthy weight, overweight, prediabetes, Type 2 diabetes, Weight Management and Wellness Center

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Swimming Safety Tips for Parents & Kids

May 19, 2014

Follow these easy swimming safety tips to make sure parents and children alike enjoy the summer months. Learn More

Categorized as: Pediatrics, Safety

Tagged with: Barbara Gaines MD, Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh of UPMC, Chris Vitale RN MSN, CPR, drowning prevention, injury prevention, life jackets, pool safety, summer, summer safety, swimming, water safety quiz

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Bicycle Helmet Safety Tips and Facts

March 21, 2014

Research shows that wearing a helmet reduces brain injury by 90% while riding a bicycle. Learn more bicycle safety tips to prevent harmful accidents. Read More

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Categorized as: Neurosurgery and Brain Health, Pediatrics

Tagged with: bicycle helmet safety, bicycle safety, bike accident, bike helmet, brain injury, child safety, Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh of UPMC, Christine Vitale RN MSN, Helmet Fit Test, injury prevention, Jordan Hinds

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Taking on Tourette Syndrome

March 11, 2014

Tourette syndrome is a disorder that affects approximately 1 in 100 people. Learn more about diagnosis, coping tactics, and treatment for Tourette syndrome Read More

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Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Pediatrics

Tagged with: Amy Barnishin, Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh of UPMC, Movement Disorders Clinic at Children's Hospital, patient story, Seven Barnishin, tics, Tom Barnishin, Tourette syndrome, tourette syndrome symptoms, TS