Search Results for: trauma
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How Do Seat Belts Keep You Safe?
Wearing a seat belt can reduce your risk of severe injury or death in a motor vehicle accident. Learn more from UPMC.Read More
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Safety
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Article - 6 Minute Read
Pediatric Strokes: How Do Strokes Affect Kids?
Strokes are uncommon in children, but they can occur. Learn about causes, warning signs and symptoms, and treatment options from UPMC.Read More
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Pediatrics
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Article - 5 Minute Read
Osteoradionecrosis and Soft Tissue Radionecrosis Injuries After Radiation Treatment
Osteoradionecrosis and soft tissue radionecrosis is the death of bone or soft tissue after radiation exposure. Learn more from UPMC.Read More
Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness
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Article - 7 Minute Read
What Happens After You Get in a Car Accident?
Millions of motor vehicle accidents happen in the U.S. each year, leading to minor or severe injuries and even death. Learn what to do after a crash.Read More
Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness
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50 Phenoms: How Brain Surgery Saved Ex-Pro Wrestler Chris Hahn
Chris was a professional wrestler who dealt with severe headaches and other symptoms caused by a brain tumor. Learn about his care at UPMC.Watch Now
Categorized as: Ryan Shazier's 50 Phenoms, UPMC Stories
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Concussion Recovery FAQs: What to Expect
No matter your age, and whether you're an athlete or not, you can experience a concussion. But no two concussions are alike. Every concussion and every recovery is specific to that person.Read More
Categorized as: Concussion, Health Topics A-Z, Sports Medicine
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Coping With Stress the Heart-Healthy Way
Stress can have an impact on your heart. But the way you deal with stress can have a positive effect. Learn more from UPMC.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Heart and Vascular Health
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Eating Disorders in the LGBTQ+ Community
Eating disorders can affect anyone of any age, but most develop in teens and young adults. One at-risk population is the LGBTQIA+ community.Read More
Categorized as: LGBTQIA+ Health, Living and Wellness
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Understanding Post-Concussion Syndrome
Learn why experts at the UPMC Sports Medicine Concussion Program do not focus on post-concussion syndrome in treating concussions.Read More
Categorized as: Concussion, Health Topics A-Z, Sports Medicine