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UPMC HealthBeat Podcast: The Importance of Medical Play for Hospitalized Children

September 18, 2023

Being in the hospital can be frightening and stressful for a child, but medical play can make a real difference in their experience. Listen Now

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Categorized as: Children's Mental Health, Health Topics A-Z, Pediatrics, UPMC HealthBeat Podcast
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Talking to Your Kids about Sex: What You Need to Know

September 15, 2023

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

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Categorized as: Family Health, Health Topics A-Z, Living and Wellness, Pediatrics
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How to Use Tech to Improve Your Health and Wellness

September 13, 2023

From pedometers and GPS watches to sleep and calorie-counting apps, people are using technology to help improve health and wellness. Learn more. Read More

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Is It Allergies or Something Else? Here’s How to Tell.

September 12, 2023

Colds and flus can cause a runny nose, sneezing, and congestion. So can seasonal allergies. But can allergies also cause fever? Read More

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Health Equity Q&A: Dr. Sylvia Owusu-Ansah

September 8, 2023

UPMC's Sylvia Owusu-Ansah, MD, is board-certified in pediatric emergency medicine and pediatrics and is an emergency medicine physician. Read More

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Categorized as: Health Equity
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Here’s How to Prepare Your Child for Their First Period

September 8, 2023

Experts advise avoiding negative terms when it comes to first periods. Here's how you can explain menstruation and prep them for their first period. Read More

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Categorized as: Family Health, Health Topics A-Z, Pediatrics, Women's Health
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Here’s Why Your Baby’s Newborn Well Visit Is So Important

September 7, 2023

Learn why your baby's first newborn well check appointment is so important, what to expect, and what questions to ask your provider. Read More

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How to Properly Treat Minor Cuts and Scrapes

September 6, 2023

You can treat most minor cuts at home. Here's what you need to know about tackling this common first aid job — and when you should call the doctor. Read More

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Understanding Supraventricular Tachycardia in Infants

September 5, 2023

Learn more about the causes of supraventricular tachycardia in infants and how to manage your baby's rapid heart rate. Read More

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Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Heart and Vascular Health, Living and Wellness, Pediatrics
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