Search Results for: illness
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Kids and Heat-Related Illnesses: How to Prevent, Recognize and Treat Heat Conditions
Late summer is the time for sports scrimmages, cheerleading practices, and band camps in advance of a new season. It’s also a prime time for heat-related illnesses in children. Here’s a timely refresher on how to prevent heat-related illnesses from happening in the first place. Beat the Heat Tips Drink plenty of water throughout the…Read More
Categorized as: Pediatrics
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What to Do When Illness or Injury Strikes During the Holidays
The experts at UPMC are available when you need them. Learn where you and your family can seek care if illness or injury strike during the holiday season.Learn More
Categorized as: Living and Wellness
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How Palliative Care Helps Patients Through Serious Illness
Palliative care is a medical specialty that complements the other care patients receive during a life-threatening illness.Read More
Categorized as: Family Health
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How to Prevent Recreational Water Illness
Learn about the risks of recreational water illness and what you can do to protect yourself at the beach or the pool.Learn More
Categorized as: Family Health, Safety
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The Growing Challenge of Workplace Violence Against Nurses: Q&A with UPMC Chief Nursing Officer Maribeth McLaughlin
UPMC Chief Nursing Officer Maribeth McLaughlin discusses the concern of violence against nurses and steps to prevent it from happening.Read More
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Policy and Advocacy
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Is It Asthma or COPD? Telling the Difference Between These Two Conditions
Asthma and COPD are lung conditions that can cause similar symptoms, but they also have differences. Learn more about how they're alike and different.Read More
Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness
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How Vaping Clinics Can Combat Lung Injury and More
Read on for more about the UPMC vaping clinic's mission and the innovative research UPMC is conducting.Read More
Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness
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Am I at Risk of Gestational Diabetes?
Gestational diabetes is a dangerous pregnancy complication for you and your baby. Learn what causes gestational diabetes and whether you are at risk.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Pregnancy and Childbirth
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Foods to Support Immune Health
No single food can fight infection alone, but eating a healthful diet can boost your immune system. Here's what you need to know about eating for immune health.Read More
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Nutrition