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Lyme Disease Quiz: Do You Know the Facts?

September 13, 2019

More than 30,000 people get Lyme disease in the U.S. every year. Learn the facts from the experts at UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh. Start Quiz

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Children and the Flu

August 22, 2019

When school is in session, kids come home with sniffles, coughs, vomiting, and diarrhea. Here are tips for managing these illnesses at home. Read More

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Categorized as: Cold and Flu, Health Topics A-Z, Living and Wellness, Pediatrics
Tagged with: back to school, cold and flu, Pinnacle Health
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UPMC Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh Ranks #8 in Best Children’s Hospitals Honor Roll

June 19, 2019

Nearly 200 children’s hospitals from across the United States were evaluated and only 10 were named to the U.S. News & World Report Best Children’s Hospitals Honor Roll. Learn more about how UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh Ranked #8. Read More

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Baby Eczema: Understanding and Treating Eczema in Children

May 28, 2019

Does your child suffer from a recurrent rash? You may be dealing with baby eczema. Here's how to identify and manage eczema in children. Read More

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Categorized as: Pediatrics, Skin Care
Tagged with: baby eczema, baby eczema symptoms, eczema in children
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New Vaccinations for Older Kids: When Are Kids Done With Vaccines?

May 27, 2019

Many parents are surprised to find that children need new vaccinations and boosters well into their teen years. Read More

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Categorized as: Family Health, Pediatrics
Tagged with: boosters, disease, immunizations, teenagers, vaccines
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How to Talk to Your Kids About Vaping

May 24, 2019

Whether you've found a vaping device, smelled new scents, or heard your child using new words, it's time to talk to your kids about vaping. Here's how. Read More

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Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness, Pediatrics
Tagged with: dangers of nicotine vaping, nicotine addiction, talk to your kids about vaping
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Healthy Diets for College Students: How to Eat Well on Campus

April 30, 2019

Eating healthy in college isn't impossible. Make your health a priority this semester with our advice on healthy diets for college students. Read More

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Categorized as: Family Health, Fitness, Living and Wellness, Men's Health, Nutrition, Pediatrics, Women's Health
Tagged with: energy-boosting snacks
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Quiz: How Much Do You Know About Congenital Heart Disease?

April 29, 2019

Congenital Heart Disease (CHD) describes a wide variety of structural problems within the heart. Test your knowledge with our quiz. Start Quiz

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Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Heart and Vascular Health, Living and Wellness, Pediatrics
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An Unorthodox Summer Camp for Kids Is All Heart

April 17, 2019

Born with a rare heart condition, one UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh patient went on to inspire kids with a unique summer camp. Watch Now

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