Search Results for: medications
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Article - 6 Minute Read
Is Acetaminophen Safe for Children? Dosage Guidelines and Tips for Parents
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration says acetaminophen is safe for kids and adults. But always talk to your doctor before giving your child a new medicine.Read More
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Pediatrics
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How Are Heart Defects in Infants and Kids Diagnosed?
Congenital heart defects are the most common birth defect. Learn about these heart defects in infants and children, and how they're diagnosed, and treated.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Heart and Vascular Health, 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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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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Why People Travel to Pittsburgh for Neurosurgery
People travel from across the world to UPMC Neurological Institute for expert care. Learn more about the neurological and neurosurgical care UPMC provides.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Neurosurgery and Brain Health
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Understanding Surgery for Pituitary Tumors
The pituitary gland is the body's master gland. When a tumor disrupts its function, you may need surgery to fix the problem. Learn more.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Neurosurgery and Brain Health
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What to Do About Incontinence During Menopause
Does menopause cause incontinence? Here's what older women need to know about urinary continence during menopause — including how to treat the problem.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Women's Health
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Podcast
UPMC HealthBeat Podcast: Healing Your Spine
Back pain doesn’t have to take over your life. Christopher Standaert talks treatment options for patients to improve their pain without medications and surgeries.Listen Now
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Spine Health, UPMC HealthBeat Podcast
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Is Epilepsy Surgery Right for You?
When medications don't control your seizures, you have options. Advanced epilepsy surgical options can help you live seizure-free.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Neurosurgery and Brain Health