Search Results for: awareness
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Why PA Poison Center Digital Modernization Is Needed Now
Each year, U.S. poison centers field more than two million calls. The Pittsburgh Poison Center alone receives nearly 50,000 of those calls. With the help of on-call clinical toxicology nurse specialists, pharmacists, and physician toxicologists, the center prevents serious complications or unnecessary hospital visits in 93% of calls.Read More
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Policy and Advocacy
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Talking to Your Ob-gyn About Your Child-Free Choice
Many people are choosing to be childfree by choice. Read about why you should talk to your OBGYN about your decision to not have children.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Pregnancy and Childbirth
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Mental Health Needs of Children in Foster Care
Children in foster care often have mental health issues that stem from trauma. Here's what foster parents — or those considering fostering — need to know.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Mental Health
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What Female Athletes Need to Know About Pelvic Health
According to Megan Glod, DPT, more people should consider their pelvic floor muscles when exercising. Learn more.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Rehabilitation, Sports Medicine
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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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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
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Health Equity Q&A: Dr. Sylvia Owusu-Ansah
UPMC's Sylvia Owusu-Ansah, MD, is board-certified in pediatric emergency medicine and pediatrics and is an emergency medicine physician.Read More
Categorized as: Health Equity
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Here’s How to Find Pediatric Low-Vision Services
If your child has low vision, there are resources available to help at home and at school. Here's what you need to know about pediatric low vision services.Read More
Categorized as: Eye Health, Living and Wellness, Pediatrics