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Eating Again After the POEM Procedure
Art West is enjoying eating once more, thanks to the POEM procedure, a new minimally invasive endoscopic treatment offered at UPMC Passavant–McCandless.Read More
Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness
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What You Need to Know About ALS (or Lou Gehrig’s Disease)
Find out about ALS symptoms, what causes ALS, and treatments and research happening at the UPMC ALS Center of Excellence.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Neurosurgery and Brain Health
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Fussy Baby? Here’s How to Help Relieve Teething Pain
Teething pain is part of being a baby, but it can be challenging for families to deal with. Here's how to ease your child's discomfort when baby teeth appear.Read More
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Pediatrics
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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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Receiving Telemedicine Care for Heart Failure: Steve’s Story
Stephen Silveria of Williamsport was one of the first patients to use UPMC's Advanced Heart Failure Telemedicine Clinic.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Heart and Vascular Health
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How to Treat Acid Reflux at Home
If the burning pain of acid reflux keeps you up at night, these home remedies can help. Learn what causes it and how to treat acid reflux at home.Read More
Categorized as: Family Health, Health Topics A-Z
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Communication Disorders in Children: Types, Signs, and Causes
Early intervention is key for children with communication disorders. As many as 1 in 12 U.S. children has had a disorder related to voice, speech, and language – and knowing how to tell if your child may need help is the first step. Difficulties in the development of voice, speech, language, or swallowing abilities may…Read More
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Pediatrics
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What You Should Know If Your Child Needs a Feeding Tube
Finding out your baby needs a feeding tube is scary, but it's not as complicated as it seems. Learn how baby feeding tubes work and why a child might need one.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Pediatrics
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Meet Children’s Hospital Physician Dr. Kristen Critelli
Dr. Kristen Critelli, MD, is a pediatric gastroenterologist at UPMC Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh with a profound dedication to quality, compassionate care. Dr. Critelli joined UPMC Children’s Hospital in 2015 for a fellowship with the Pediatric Gastroenterology Division, where she won the T32 Postdoctoral Ruth L. Kirschstein National Research Service Award Institutional Research Training Grant.…Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Pediatrics