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    The Difference Between Heart Attack and Cardiac Arrest

    July 14, 2017

    Do you know the difference between a heart attack and cardiac arrest? Both are medical emergencies, but they have different causes, symptoms, and outcomes. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute

    Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health

    Tagged with: 911, cardiac arrest, cardiopulmonary resuscitation, heart attack

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    When to Seek Help for a Bee Sting

    May 1, 2016

    When should you seek medical treatment for a bee or wasp sting? Learn the signs of an allergic reaction to a bee sting before seeking treatment. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by Urgent Care

    Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Safety

    Tagged with: 911, bee sting reaction, bee stings, insect stings, wasp stings

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    Holiday Safety Tips: Preventing Burns and Fires

    December 21, 2014

    Are you keeping your Christmas tree well-watered to prevent an unexpected house fire? Learn about holiday burn and fire safety from the experts at UPMC. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by Trauma & Emergency Medicine

    Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Safety

    Tagged with: 911, burn safety, chemical fire extinguisher, Christmas, fire, flame burns, hot food, hot oil, house fire, Jenny Ziembicki, scald burns, UPMC Mercy Burn Center, winter

    Learn more about how to prevent burn risks during the holidays
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