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How UPMC Western Psychiatric Hospital’s Inpatient School Ensures Child and Teen Patients’ Schoolwork Doesn’t Fall by the Wayside
UPMC Western Psychiatric Hospital established its inpatient school in 1990 to help children and teens stay up to date on schoolwork as inpatients.Watch Now
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Mental Health
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Article - 5 Minute Read
Talking to Your Children About Drug Use
Drug use by children and adolescents can cause long-lasting harm. Learn why you should talk to them about drug use and get tips for having a conversation.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Living and Wellness, Mental Health, Pediatrics
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Linda’s Story: Improving Her Sight After DOA Diagnosis
Linda Cetra of Pittsburgh's Friendship neighborhood started wearing glasses in the fifth grade, and every year her vision got a little worse.Read More
Categorized as: Eye Health, Health Topics A-Z, Rehabilitation
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Article - 5 Minute Read
What You Need to Know About ALS (or Lou Gehrig’s Disease)
Find out about ALS symptoms, what causes ALS, and treatments and research happening at the UPMC ALS Center of Excellence.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Neurosurgery and Brain Health
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Meet UPMC Children’s Hospital Physician Dr. Amy Jean
Amy Jean, MD, is a pediatric endocrinologist with UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh. She has a passion for connecting with and empowering families.Read More
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Pediatrics
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Violence Against Health Care Workers: Why UPMC Supports the SAVE Act and Other Critical Legislation
A federal statute that protects aircraft and airport workers has served as a model for the SAVE Act. The act would make it a federal crime to assault or intimidate a hospital employee. It would also protect those whose crimes are the result of mental illness.Read More
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Policy and Advocacy
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Article - 5 Minute Read
What Is Foster Care ? And Why Might a Child Need It
When birth families can no longer take care of a child, foster care can provide a stable, temporary home. Here's what you need to know about foster care.Read More
Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness
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Who Is Mr. Yuk®? All About the Mean, Green, Poison-Fighting Machine
The Pittsburgh Poison Center created Mr. Yuk in 1971 to raise awareness about posion prevention. Today, people all over the world use Mr. Yuk stickers.Read More
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, UPMC Stories
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Article - 7 Minute Read
Health Equity Q&A: Dawndra Jones, Chief Nursing Officer at UPMC Magee
Explore an insightful Q&A with Dawndra Jones, Chief Nursing Officer at UPMC Magee, as she discusses health equity for diverse individuals.Read More
Categorized as: Health Equity