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Stuttering in Children Is Treatable. Here’s What to Know About Speech Therapies.
Children who struggle to communicate with those around them may have a disorder. Knowing how to tell if your child needs help is the first step. Read More
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Pediatrics
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What Is Implantable Collamer Lens (ICL) Surgery?
ICL stands for implantable collamer lens. During ICL eye surgery, your eye surgeon inserts a very thin lens into your eye to permanently correct nearsightedness and astigmatism. Read More
Categorized as: Eye Health, Health Topics A-Z
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Point-of-Care Ultrasound: What to Know
Point-of-care ultrasound is a focused ultrasound exam. A clinician performs this exam at a person's bedside. They do this to speed up decision-making and answer specific questions in real time. Read More
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Pediatrics
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Talking to Your Ob-gyn About Your Child-Free Choice
Many people are choosing to be childfree by choice. Read about why you should talk to your OBGYN about your decision to not have children. Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Pregnancy and Childbirth
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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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Meet UPMC Children’s Hospital Physician Dr. Amy Jean
Amy Jean, MD, is a pediatric endocrinologist with UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh. She has a passion for connecting with and empowering families. Read More
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Pediatrics
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Why You Should Travel to UPMC for Colon and Rectal Surgery
UPMC's Division of Colon and Rectal Surgery offers expert care for colorectal cancer and other disorders. Learn the services we provide for traveling patients. Read More
Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness
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How Proposed Pennsylvania Legislation Could Save More Lives During a Cardiac Emergency
Pennsylvania Senate Bill 375 would require schools to develop and practice clear cardiac emergency response plans. Learn more. Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Policy and Advocacy
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Why You Might Need Surgery for Diverticulitis
Diverticulitis requires treatment with diet, medication, and sometimes surgery. Learn more about this condition and who might need surgery for diverticulitis. Read More
Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness