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Should Infants and Toddlers Wear Facemasks During the COVID-19 Pandemic?
Read on to see why infants and children under 2 shouldn’t wear facemasks, and what you can do to protect them from COVID-19. Read More
Categorized as: COVID-19, Health Topics A-Z, Living and Wellness, Pediatrics
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Article - 5 Minute Read
How Does COVID-19 Affect Children?
Children can get sick from COVID-19 and spread the virus. Here's what you need to know about COVID-19 and children's health. Read More
Categorized as: COVID-19, Living and Wellness, Pediatrics
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Nutrition First: How to Pack Healthy Lunches for Kids
Healthy lunches for kids can be easy to plan and create. It just takes a little prep work and creativity to make a nutritious school lunch. Read More
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Pediatrics
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Sibling Bereavement: How to Help Your Child Cope
Sibling bereavement is a natural reaction to the loss of a sister or brother. Here's how you can help your child in their time of grief. Read More
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Pediatrics
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UPMC Children’s Orthopaedic Urgent Care: What to Know
Get specialty care for pediatric orthopaedic injuries that require immediate attention. Our experts provide the right care, right away. Read More
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Pediatrics
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Article - 3 Minute Read
Sickle Cell Disease Screening: Why It’s Necessary
The National Institutes of Health recommended all newborns be screened for sickle cell disease in the late 1980s. It took until 2006 to be mandated in all 50 states and Washington D.C. Learn more from the experts at UPMC. Read More
Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness, Pediatrics
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Article - 2 Minute Read
UPMC School Partners Land on ‘America’s Healthiest Schools’ List
UPMC Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh partnered with about 70 western Pennsylvania schools as part of the national Healthy Schools Program during the 2018-19 academic year. A handful of them recently received recognition. Read More
Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness, Nutrition, Pediatrics
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Article - 3 Minute Read
Why Can’t Babies Have Honey? Questions About Infants Food Risk
Why can't babies have honey? When can babies have peanut butter? UPMC answers infant food-safety and allergy questions for you. Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Pediatrics, Women's Health
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Vaccine Myths and Facts: Here Are the Top Reasons to Have Your Child Vaccinated
Is it safe to give a child vaccines? Here's the evidence — and why you should vaccinate your child. Watch Now
Categorized as: Family Health, Health Topics A-Z, Pediatrics