Bicycle Helmet Safety Tips and Facts

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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

Medically Reviewed by Pediatrics
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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Skin Care Tricks and Tips for Spring

March 20, 2014

Spring brings relief to your skin, but it's important to continue healthy skin care. Learn some tricks and tips for taking care of your skin year round Read More

Medically Reviewed by Dermatology
Categorized as: Skin Care
Tagged with: ceramides, dry skin, hydration, moisturizer, skin care, spring, sunburn
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Spring Clean Your Health

March 19, 2014

Spring means it's time to get back into healthy routines. Learn some tips about how to rejuvenate your health for the spring time. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Urgent Care
Categorized as: Living and Wellness
Tagged with: cleaning, exercise, Health, junk food, seasonal produce, stress
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Infographic: Athletic Training By the Numbers

March 19, 2014

The athletic trainers at UPMC Center for Sports Medicine support 48 local schools and colleges. Learn how they help on sidelines and in the training room. View Infographic

Medically Reviewed by Sports Medicine
Categorized as: Sports Medicine
Tagged with: athletes, athletic trainer, athletic training, baseline concussion tests, ImPact, infographic, injury evaluation, injury prevention, sports performance
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6 Tips for Summertime Weight Loss

March 18, 2014

Revealing summer clothes often prompt risky summer dieting plans. Instead, learn some healthy habits that aid weight loss this summer. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Women's Health
Tagged with: hydration, summer weight loss tips, UPMC BodyChangers, Vicki March MD, weight loss
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Know the Facts About Colorectal Cancer

March 17, 2014

Colorectal cancer forms in the tissues of the colon or rectum. Learn more about colorectal cancer, its risk factors, and available screening tests. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Hillman Cancer Center
Categorized as: Cancer Care
Tagged with: cancer, cancer screening, colon, colonoscopy, colorectal cancer, infographic, rectum
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Healthy Green Smoothies for St. Patrick’s Day

March 16, 2014

Are green smoothies better for you? Learn about healthy alternatives to the typical St. Patrick's Day smoothie. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC
Categorized as: Nutrition
Tagged with: fruit, Green Smoothies, healthy eating, Healthy Living, leafy greens, recipe, shamrock shake, St. Patrick's Day, Vicki March MD, World Health Organization
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Mistaken Identities – Poison Prevention

March 15, 2014

Many household products can look similar through a child's eyes. Learn more about childhood poison prevention tips and other household health hazards. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Pittsburgh Poison Center
Categorized as: Pediatrics, Safety
Tagged with: children, Mr. Yuk, Pittsburgh Poison Center, poison, poison prevention
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Can Past Injuries Help Predict the Weather?

March 15, 2014

Many people say their past injuries help them predict the weather. Learn more about common weather related aches and pains and treatment options for them. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Sports Medicine
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Sports Medicine
Tagged with: knee, pain, shoulder, Spine and Pain Center, sports injury, weather, ZongFu Chen MD