Pediatrics

As they grow and learn, children face many health-related issues—from the complex to the everyday. Discover articles, videos, guides, and infographics on pediatric health topics. From sleep training to skin care and everything in between, learn about keeping them safe, healthy, and happy as they mature and change.

Here, you’ll find information from pediatric specialists about:

Choosing a Pediatrician.
Baby Food: A Guide for Making It At Home.
Teen Dating: What Parents Should Know.
Picking the Right Foods for Your Kids.
Establishing a Bedtime Schedule for Back-to-School.
Helping Children Deal With Frustration and Failure.
How to Respond If Your Child Is Being Bullied.

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Apples to Apples: What Families Should Know About SRTR Rankings

August 8, 2017

There’s a wide difference among the more than 60 pediatric transplant centers in the United States. Some do a few transplants a year; some do dozens. Read More

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New Peanut Allergy Guidelines for Infants

August 4, 2017

Your baby may not be showing signs of teeth yet, but it’s not too early to discuss the new peanut allergy guidelines with your pediatrician. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Harrisburg
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Pediatrics
Tagged with: Pinnacle Health
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How to Protect Kids from Thermal Burns on the Playground

August 1, 2017

Each year in the United States, more than 200,000 children ages 14 and younger are treated in emergency rooms for playground-related injuries. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission wants to remind parents to pay attention to the risk to their children of thermal burns from playground equipment. Be Alert for Thermal Burns Every child loves… Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC
Categorized as: Pediatrics
Tagged with: burns, safety
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Kids and Heat-Related Illnesses–How to Prevent, Recognize and Treat Them

July 13, 2017

Late summer is the time for sports scrimmages, cheerleading practices, and band camps in advance of a new season. It’s also a prime time for heat-related illnesses in children. Here’s a timely refresher on how to prevent heat-related illnesses from happening in the first place. Beat the Heat Tips Drink plenty of water throughout the… Read More

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Should Kids Drink Caffeine?

July 3, 2017

For children and teens, the effects of caffeine can produce symptoms not always seen in adults. Learn more about caffeine intake in children. Read More

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Sunscreen for Kids: What to Know About Protecting Kids from the Sun

June 27, 2017

We know that sun exposure and sunburns early in life can increase the risk of developing skin cancer. Use these sun safety tips this summer. Read More

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Categorized as: Pediatrics
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When Is a Backpack Too Heavy?

June 9, 2017

Learn more about when backpacks are too heavy and how you can deal with back pain from backpack use from UPMC experts. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Primary Care
Categorized as: Family Health, Pediatrics
Tagged with: back pain, back to school, backpacks, balance, posture, school safety
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Summer Safety: Tips For Keeping Kids Safe Outdoors

May 24, 2017

Practice safety all year long, but especially during the summertime so the whole family can enjoy the outdoors as much as possible. Read More

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Why Is Scoliosis More Common In Girls Than Boys?

May 19, 2017

Not only are girls more likely to develop scoliosis, they are also more likely to develop severe curves from the disorder as well. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Pediatrics
Categorized as: Pediatrics
Tagged with: scoliosis, scoliosis in girls, spinal curve