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What Is UPMC Children’s AnywhereCare?
If your child has an illness and needs care right away, you can set up a pediatric video visit through UPMC Children's AnywhereCare.Read More
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Pediatrics
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10 Facts You Should Know About Down Syndrome
Down syndrome (DS) affects about 6,000 newborns each year. Learn some facts that might surprise you about this chromosomal condition.Read More
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Pediatrics
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Myths and Facts About Facemasks: What You Need to Know
There are many misconceptions about the use of facemasks to reduce the risk of COVID-19 spread. Find out the known facts from UPMC.Read More
Categorized as: COVID-19
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Does COVID-19 Affect Pregnant Women?
Pregnant women are at greater risk from COVID-19, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Learn more from the experts at UPMCRead More
Categorized as: COVID-19, Family Health, Health Topics A-Z, Living and Wellness, Pregnancy and Childbirth, Safety
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‘I Love You 366 Days a Year:’ Magee Celebrates Leap Year Babies
Babies at UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital received an especially meaningful Leap Year present. Learn more about the leap day celebration.Watch Now
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Pregnancy and Childbirth
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Understand the Shingles Virus and Your Risk
Shingles is a skin rash caused by the chickenpox virus. About 1 in 3 Americans will develop shingles in their lifetime, according to the CDC.Read More
Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness
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Sickle Cell Disease Screening: Why It’s Necessary
The National Institutes of Health recommended all newborns be screened for sickle cell disease in the late 1980s. It took until 2006 to be mandated in all 50 states and Washington D.C. Learn more from the experts at UPMC.Read More
Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness, Pediatrics
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What Is Sickle Cell Disease? Learn More About This Genetic Blood Disorder
Sickle cell disease, a group of inherited blood disorders, can prevent red blood cells from carrying oxygen through the vessels. Learn More.Read More
Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness
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Pregnancy and Flu Shots: What Expectant Parents Should Know
Discover answers to the most common questions about pregnancy and flu shots, and learn how to best protect a newborn from the flu.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Pregnancy and Childbirth