Search Results for: childhood
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What to Know About Vitiligo in Children
Here's what to know about vitiligo in children as well as its causes, types, symptoms, and treatment options.Read More
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Pediatrics
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Stuttering in Children Is Treatable. Here’s What to Know About Speech Therapies.
Children who struggle to communicate with those around them may have a disorder. Knowing how to tell if your child needs help is the first step.Read More
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Pediatrics
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When to Take Your Child to the ER for Vomiting and Fever
It can be upsetting when your child is vomiting or has a fever. But when is it serious enough to head to the ER? Here's what you need to know.Read More
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Pediatrics
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What Causes Recurrent Kidney Stones?
Learn about the causes of recurrent kidney stones, their symptoms, and how to avoid them from UPMC.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Urology
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What Do Parents Need to Know About Impetigo?
Impetigo is a common skin infection in young children. It's usually not serious, but you shouldn't let it go untreated. Learn more.Read More
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Pediatrics
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Is Bariatric Surgery an Option for Teenagers?
Bariatric surgery is one treatment option for teenagers who are struggling with obesity and related health conditions. Learn more about its risks and benefits.Read More
Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness
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Sarah’s Story: How the UPMC Sports Medicine Concussion Program Changed the Life of an Oscar-Winning Writer and Director
Learn how Oscar winning screenwriting-director Sarah Polley made a full recovery from crippling concussion symptoms after receiving care at the UPMC.Read More
Categorized as: Concussion, Health Topics A-Z, Sports Medicine
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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 Why Your Baby’s Newborn Well Visit Is So Important
Learn why your baby's first newborn well check appointment is so important, what to expect, and what questions to ask your provider.Read More
Categorized as: Family Health, Health Topics A-Z, Pediatrics