Search Results for: awareness
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Video
50 Phenoms: How Sara Stays Strong with Brittle Bone Disease
Sara Simpson was born with the condition osteogenesis imperfecta, or "brittle bone disease." Despite the challenges it causes, she doesn't back down.Watch Now
Categorized as: Ryan Shazier's 50 Phenoms, UPMC Stories
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Podcast
UPMC HealthBeat Podcast: Diagnosing and Treating ADHD
There are lots of misconceptions about ADHD. UPMC Behavioral Health Therapist, Rebecca Abel, MSW, LSW discusses its signs and symptoms and what treatment can look like for children and their families.Listen Now
Categorized as: UPMC HealthBeat Podcast
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Article - 6 Minute Read
Tips for Managing Mass Shooting Anxiety
Watching another mass shooting unfold on the news can spark anxiety and fear for some people. Learn ways to manage this anxiety.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Mental Health
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Article - 4 Minute Read
Can Meditation and Mental Wellness Improve Your Performance in Sports?
Like physical training, meditation and mental wellness training can be important in sports performance. Learn more.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Sports Medicine
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Article - 3 Minute Read
Dealing with Abuse in LGBTQ+ Relationships
Domestic abuse can come in many forms and members of the LGBTQ+ community are especially vulnerable to all of these forms of violence.Read More
Categorized as: LGBTQIA+ Health, Living and Wellness
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Article - 3 Minute Read
What Is Sensory Play? Ideas for Parents
Though many may think sensory bins are just fun, sensory play is an important way for babies and children to learn.Read More
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Pediatrics
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Article - 3 Minute Read
Why Does It Hurt to Carry My Bag?
People often injure themselves by carrying bags that are too heavy or by simply carrying bags incorrectly. Learn how to prevent this.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Rehabilitation
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Article - 5 Minute Read
Gender-Inclusive Care Is Available at UPMC Passavant
There can be biases in health care for members of the LGBTQIA+ community. Read to learn how UPMC Passavant provides high quality, gender-inclusive care.Read More
Categorized as: LGBTQIA+ Health, Living and Wellness
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Article - 8 Minute Read
Health Disparities Q&A with Amanda McCoy, MD, MPH
Amanda McCoy, MD, MPH, is an orthopaedic surgeon at UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh and assistant professor in the Division of Pediatric Orthopaedics at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine.Read More
Categorized as: Health Equity