Safety

You know what they say: safety first. When it comes to keeping you and your family safe, knowledge is critical. Our safety articles, guides, videos, and information provide you with essential tips on staying safe in your everyday life. Topics include outdoor safety, safety at home, and injury prevention tips for all members of the family.

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How Do Seat Belts Keep You Safe?

March 16, 2023

Wearing a seat belt can reduce your risk of severe injury or death in a motor vehicle accident. Learn more from UPMC. Read More

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Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Safety
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What to Do After Spilling Bleach on Your Skin

November 11, 2022

Bleach is a common household cleanser and laundry booster. But it can pose safety hazards. Here's what you need to know if you get bleach on your skin. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Safety
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Unsure About Wearing a Facemask? Here’s What You Need to Know

August 19, 2020

Facemasks are an important preventive measure during the COVID-19 pandemic. Find out from UPMC why you should wear them. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC
Categorized as: COVID-19, Living and Wellness, Safety
Tagged with: COVID-19
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How UPMC Is Keeping You Safe During COVID-19

April 30, 2020

As the COVID-19 pandemic continues worldwide, UPMC is doing everything we can to keep our patients, workers, and community safe. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC
Categorized as: COVID-19, Living and Wellness, Safety
Tagged with: COVID-19
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Don’t Consume or Inject Household Cleaners to Treat COVID-19

April 24, 2020

There is currently no proven treatment for the virus or COVID-19 itself, although scientists are working to find one.You should not ingest or inject household cleaners as a treatment for COVID-19. They are toxic and can cause serious harm or death if consumed. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC
Categorized as: COVID-19, Living and Wellness, Safety
Tagged with: COVID-19
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How to Stay Active During COVID-19 Pandemic

April 14, 2020

The COVID-19 pandemic might be making it difficult to stay active. Learn how to stay active outdoors or in your own home. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC
Categorized as: COVID-19, Family Health, Living and Wellness, Safety
Tagged with: COVID-19
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Managing Your COVID-19 Symptoms at Home

April 9, 2020

If you find that you start to feel ill and match the symptoms from the Center for Disease Control COVID-19 list, here is what you should do. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Infectious Diseases
Categorized as: COVID-19, Family Health, Living and Wellness, Safety
Tagged with: COVID-19
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How to Care for Someone With COVID-19

April 9, 2020

Disclaimer: At UPMC HealthBeat, we strive to provide the most up-to-date facts in our stories when we publish them. We also make updates to our content as information changes. However, education about COVID-19 can shift quickly based on new data, emerging variants, or other factors. The information in this story was accurate as of its… Read More

Medically Reviewed by Infectious Diseases
Categorized as: COVID-19, Family Health, Living and Wellness, Safety
Tagged with: COVID-19
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How to Use a No-Sew Facemask During COVID-19 Pandemic

April 7, 2020

The CDC recommends the public make homemade cloth facemasks from common household items. Discover how to make a no-sew facemask. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC
Categorized as: COVID-19, Family Health, Living and Wellness, Safety
Tagged with: COVID-19