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Article - 1 Minute Read
Car Seat Safety in the Winter
Keeping our children warm is always front and center in our minds through the winter season, but bulky coats and snowsuits are a hazard to the effectiveness of a car seat. Read More
Categorized as: Pediatrics
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Article - 2 Minute Read
Is Your Child Getting Enough Exercise?
Exercise and regular physical activity in children and adolescents is important in promoting lifelong health and well-being. According to the U.S. Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans, children ages 6-17 years old should get at least one hour or more of physical activity each day. Ensuring your child gets adequate exercise can be done at home… Read More
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Pediatrics
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Why You Need to Download the UPMC Children’s App
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
Categorized as: Family Health, Pediatrics
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Article - 50 Second Read
See Photos of Magee Newborns Bundled in (the Cutest) Ugly Christmas Sweaters
The babies at UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital could make any ugly Christmas sweater look oh-so adorable. View photos from the nursery. Read More
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Pediatrics, Women's Health
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Article - 1 Minute Read
Safe Toys for the Holiday Season
Every year, nearly 200,000 children are seen in emergency departments for toy-related injuries. Keep these safety tips in mind when shopping. Read More
Categorized as: Pediatrics
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Article - 2 Minute Read
The Psychosocial Aspects of Type 1 Diabetes
Physical health and mental health are inextricably intertwined. If you have Type 1 diabetes and you want to feel well emotionally you can look to prioritizing your diabetes management for ways to maintain a happy outlook on life. Below are some daily behavioral health tips: A strong support system is always a bonus. Make every… Read More
Categorized as: Pediatrics
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Article - 2 Minute Read
Living with Pediatric Diabetes: Diet and Exercise
Type 1 diabetes is a chronic condition characterized by a deficiency of insulin, a hormone needed to bring glucose from the bloodstream into the cells. Read More
Categorized as: Pediatrics
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Article - 2 Minute Read
Preparing Adolescents and Young Adults for Lifelong Diabetes Management
Teens and young adults with diabetes must navigate the transition from pediatric to adult health care services. Read More
Categorized as: Pediatrics
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Article - 3 Minute Read
Practical Tips for a Successful Sleep Study with Kids
Sleep disorders are extremely common in children and your physician may order a sleep study for your child to diagnose one of these disorders. Read More
Categorized as: Pediatrics