Search Results for: emergency
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Article - 10 Minute Read
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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Article - 4 Minute Read
How to Properly Treat Minor Cuts and Scrapes
You can treat most minor cuts at home. Here's what you need to know about tackling this common first aid job — and when you should call the doctor.Read More
Categorized as: Family Health, Health Topics A-Z, Living and Wellness
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Article - 6 Minute Read
Kids Aren’t Just ‘Small Adults.’ Why It’s Important for Them to Go to a Pediatric Provider.
When your child is sick or hurt, a pediatric provider is typically the better option for their care. Staff, equipment, and treatments are tailored toward kids.Read More
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Pediatrics
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Article - 4 Minute Read
How UPMC’s Special Response Vehicle Benefits the Community
UPMC's Special Response Vehicle can transport up to 15 non-ambulatory patients at once during mass casualty events.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, UPMC Stories
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Article - 5 Minute Read
The Best Way to Break a Fever, According to a Doctor
A fever is your body's way of fighting off infection. But a fever can make you feel achy and miserable. Here's what you need to know about breaking a fever.Read More
Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness
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How to Build a Travel First-Aid Kit
Your travel first-aid kit should include items to treat an injury or illness during your trip. Learn more about what to include from UPMC.Read More
Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness
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Article - 5 Minute Read
Is Back Pain Ever Normal? Here’s When to Talk to Your Doctor About Back Pain
Back pain is very common, especially as you get older. Learn what causes it and what you can do to lower your risk of back pain.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Spine Health
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Article - 5 Minute Read
Unbearably Itchy? Here’s How to Treat Poison Ivy at Home
If you spend much time outdoors, you're likely to get a rash from poison ivy at some point. Here's what you need to know about treating this common problem.Read More
Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness
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Article - 5 Minute Read
How to Know When It’s Time for Cataract Surgery
Are you considering cataract removal surgery? Here’s what you need to know about this common procedure.Read More
Categorized as: Eye Health, Health Topics A-Z