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  • Article - 3 Minute Read

    How Parents and Kids Can Deal With Pandemic School Year Stress

    October 29, 2020

    The pandemic is adding to back to school stress. What can parents and kids do to get pandemic stress and anxiety under control? We have some tips. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by Pediatrics

    Categorized as: COVID-19, Family Health, Living and Wellness

    Tagged with: back to school, COVID-19

    Studying at home
  • Article - 9 Minute Read

    School Safety: What You Need to Know About Schools and COVID-19

    July 27, 2020

    Schools are considering reopening amid the COVID-19 pandemic. Here's what you need to know about possible ways to limit the risk of COVID-19 spread. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by Pediatrics

    Categorized as: COVID-19, Living and Wellness, Pediatrics

    Tagged with: back to school, COVID-19

    COVID-19 and schools
  • Article - 2 Minute Read

    Treating a Sports-Related Pediatric Injury

    December 10, 2019

    It's September, which means it's time to go back to school and back to sports! Here's how to recognize and treat a sports-related pediatric injury. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by Sports Medicine

    Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Sports Medicine

    Tagged with: back to school, Growth plate injury, pediatric injury, sports medicine

    Basketball game
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    Continuing to Fight: Lindsey and Ryan Talk Recovery and Letting Go

    October 3, 2019

    Ryan Shazier and Lindsey Buczkowski suffered severe injuries on the field. The Pittsburgh Steeler and soccer standout talk recovery here. Watch Now

    Medically Reviewed by UPMC Orthopaedic Care

    Categorized as: Orthopaedics, Sports Medicine

    Tagged with: back to school

    Lindsey and Ryan walking
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    ‘Stronger Than I Was Before:’ Erin’s Comeback After ACL, MCL, and Meniscus Injury

    October 1, 2019

    Despite the setback of her knee injury, Dr. Vyas was confident that Erin would be back on the soccer field to play during her junior year. Watch Now

    Medically Reviewed by UPMC Orthopaedic Care

    Categorized as: Orthopaedics, Sports Medicine

    Tagged with: back to school

    A player kicks a soccer ball during a game.
  • Article - 5 Minute Read

    Children and the Flu

    August 22, 2019

    When school is in session, kids come home with sniffles, coughs, vomiting, and diarrhea. Here are tips for managing these illnesses at home. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by UPMC

    Categorized as: Cold and Flu, Health Topics A-Z, Living and Wellness, Pediatrics

    Tagged with: back to school, cold and flu, Pinnacle Health

    Children and the flu
  • Article - 2 Minute Read

    Is Your Child Getting Enough Exercise?

    January 14, 2019

    Exercise and regular physical activity in children and adolescents is important in promoting lifelong health and well-being. According to the U.S. Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans, children ages 6-17 years old should get at least one hour or more of physical activity each day. Ensuring your child gets adequate exercise can be done at home… Read More

    Medically Reviewed by UPMC Harrisburg

    Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Pediatrics

    Tagged with: back to school, exercise, Pinnacle Health

    Boy wearing mask
  • Article - 6 Minute Read

    Signs of Self-Harm That Parents Should Know

    September 27, 2018

    Why do some do young people self-harm? Here, an expert helps parents learn to spot and address self-harming behaviors in their kids. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by UPMC Western Behavioral Health

    Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Mental Health

    Tagged with: back to school

    Be aware of symptoms of self-harm in your teen
  • Article - 4 Minute Read

    Preparing Allergen-Free Snacks for Kids

    September 5, 2018

    Providing classroom parties or back-to-school potlucks with allergen-free snacks can be tough. This means avoiding dairy, wheat, eggs, and nuts. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by Pediatrics

    Categorized as: Pediatrics

    Tagged with: back to school

    How to make snacks for children with food allergies
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