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Concussion Facebook Live with Hannah Storm and Dale Earnhardt Jr.

April 3, 2017

Join host Hannah Storm at 12:30 p.m. EST on April 6, when UPMC patients, including Dale Earnhardt, Jr., discuss their personal experiences with concussion. Watch Now

Medically Reviewed by Sports Medicine
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Rehabilitation
Tagged with: concussion, concussion treatment, facebook live, head injury, rehabilitation, rethink concussion
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Recovery from Concussion: Daren’s Story

November 9, 2016

UPMC patient Daren enjoyed restoring and racing vintage cars, but after a devastating 2014 car accident left him with a concussion, he was sidelined from the hobbies he loved. Watch Now

Medically Reviewed by Sports Medicine
Categorized as: Rehabilitation
Tagged with: Centers for Rehab, concussion recovery, head injury, Patient Stories, rethink concussion
Article - 3 Minute Read

Safety on the Slopes: Sledding and Snow Tubing Tips

January 14, 2016

Wintertime activities, like sledding or snow tubing, can lead to injuries. Discover some sledding safety tips to keep your kids out of harm's way. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Sports Medicine
Categorized as: Family Health, Safety, Sports Medicine
Tagged with: concussion, frostbite, head and neck injuries, head injury, hypothermia, serious injuries, significant head injuries, skull fractures, sledding, sports medicine
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Medical Mondays: Preventing Falls Among Seniors

September 14, 2015

In this edition of Medical Mondays, learn some simple methods to help prevent falls and where to seek care for someone who has suffered a fall. Learn More

Categorized as: Family Health
Tagged with: falls, head injury, hip fracture, medical mondays, senior
Article - 1 Minute Read

Concussion Facts & Statistics

July 14, 2015

Discover concussion facts and statistics in this infographic by the UPMC Sports Medicine Concussion Program. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Sports Medicine
Categorized as: Concussion, Health Topics A-Z, Sports Medicine
Tagged with: athlete, concussion, concussion facts, football, head injury, infographic, statistics
Article - 2 Minute Read

Infographic: A Heads Up on Preventing Sports Injuries

June 24, 2015

Concussions happen even when wearing a helmet. It's a common myth that sports helmets can prevent concussions. Learn about different sports helmets. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Sports Medicine
Categorized as: Neurosurgery and Brain Health, Sports Medicine
Tagged with: baseball helmet, batting helmet, concussion myths, football helmet, head injury, helmet safety, hockey helmet, infographic, nascar helmet, rethink concussions, sports helmet, traumatic brain injury, UPMC Sports Medicine Concussion Program
Article - 5 Minute Read

Preventing Common Playground Injuries

June 15, 2015

According to a 2021 study, playground injuries cause over 200,000 emergency department visits each year. Learn more. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Pediatrics
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Pediatrics
Tagged with: children, concussion, concussion management, head injury, pediatrics, playground, slides
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Epilepsy Causes and Seizure Triggers

June 4, 2015

Epilepsy causes are not always clear, but we do know a few factors that lead to it. Learn why understanding seizure triggers helps you be prepared. Learn More

Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Neurosurgery and Brain Health
Tagged with: Alzheimer's disease, Atherosclerosis, Brain tumor, diabetes, dizziness, epilepsy, epilepsy causes, epilepsy triggers, epileptic seizure, head injury, infection, medical mondays, seizure causes, seizure triggers, seizures, stress, stroke
Article - 1 Minute Read

Soccer Concussion Injuries

May 27, 2015

Soccer is generally a safe sport, but injuries can still happen. Learn ways to minimize the risk and effects of concussions sustained in soccer. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Sports Medicine
Categorized as: Concussion, Health Topics A-Z, Sports Medicine
Tagged with: Coach Category 3, concussion, concussion evaluation, concussion treatment, head injury, soccer