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    What a Children’s Specialty Care Center Offers Families

    January 18, 2018

    Learn more about primary care offered at a pediatric specialty care center and how it makes managing your child's health more convenient. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by Pediatrics

    Categorized as: Pediatrics

    Tagged with: children's specialty care clinic, pediatric specialty care, pediatrics, specialty care

    Learn more about children's specialty care centers
  • Videos

    Video: Scoliosis Expert Dr. Timothy Ward Answers Your Questions

    May 24, 2017

    In this video, watch as Timothy Ward, MD, discusses pediatric scoliosis and kyphosis, as well as answers submitted questions from patients and parents. Watch Now

    Medically Reviewed by Pediatrics

    Categorized as: Family Health

    Tagged with: children's hospital of UPMC, facebook live, pediatrics, scoliosis, video

    Watch as Dr. Timothy Ward of UPMC discusses scoliosis in kids.
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    When Should Your Child Stay Home from School Sick?

    May 4, 2017

    How do you know when it’s time to keep your child home sick, or when they’re well enough to head to the classroom? Read More

    Medically Reviewed by Primary Care

    Categorized as: Cold and Flu, Family Health, Pediatrics

    Tagged with: family doctor, Kids and illness, PCP, pediatrics

    Child Using Tissue
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    Feeding Babies Peanut Products May Prevent Peanut Allergy

    January 19, 2017

    Feeding peanut products to babies may prevent the development of peanut allergies in children, according to new guidelines. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by Pediatrics

    Categorized as: Family Health, Pediatrics

    Tagged with: Food Allergies, nutrition, peanut allergies, pediatrics

    Is peanut butter healthy for babies
  • Article - 2 Minute Read

    How to Help When Your Child Is Underweight

    November 15, 2016

    We all worry about our children as they grow. Help your underweight child learn healthy eating habits with these simple nutritional tips. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by Pediatrics

    Categorized as: Family Health, Pediatrics

    Tagged with: children's health, healthy eating, pediatrics, weight issues

  • Article - 3 Minute Read

    The First Year: Vaccination Schedule for Babies

    November 12, 2016

    In childhood, vaccines are particularly critical. Follow this schedule to ensure that your baby receives all recommended vaccines. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by Pediatrics

    Categorized as: Pediatrics

    Tagged with: immunizations, immunizations for babies, pediatrics, preventative health, vaccines

    first-year-vaccination-schedule
  • Article - 2 Minute Read

    How to Get Your Kid to Eat Veggies

    October 1, 2016

    Vegetables are vital to a toddler’s diet. We've got a few tips on how you can include more greens in your child's diet. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by UPMC

    Categorized as: Family Health, Pediatrics

    Tagged with: children's health, healthy eating, nutrition, pediatrics, vegetables

  • Article - 2 Minute Read

    Preventing Playground Head Injuries

    June 15, 2015

    Concussion symptoms in younger children present differently. Learn more from the UPMC Sports Medicine Concussion Program. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by Sports Medicine

    Categorized as: Concussion, Health Topics A-Z, Sports Medicine

    Tagged with: children, concussion, concussion management, head injury, pediatrics, playground, slides

  • Article - 2 Minute Read

    Holiday Hazards: Keeping Your Kids Safe This Season

    December 17, 2014

    The holidays are a time for family, friends, and festivities. Find some tips to help keep kids safe during the holiday season. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by Pediatrics

    Categorized as: Pediatrics, Safety

    Tagged with: button batteries, christmas lights, family health, holiday safety, injury, pediatrics, UPMC

    girl and mother by Christmas tree
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