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Article - 7 Minute Read
Internet Safety: The New Challenge for Parents Raising Teens
In the last decade, social media has taken center stage in the way our children interact with and react to everyone and everything. Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Mental Health
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Article - 4 Minute Read
The Nine Myths of Syphilis
When researching syphilis it is important to separate the facts from the myths about the disease. Visit UPMC Pinnacle to learn more about the myths of syphilis. Read More
Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness
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Article - 5 Minute Read
Syphilis Cases on the Rise: A Discussion of Symptoms and Treatment
Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) affect over 2 million people in the United States. Of that number, approximately 31,000 people were reported to have syphilis. Once known to be a disease with a low number of cases being reported annually, according to the CDC, the rate of syphilis has been “increasing” at significant rates nationwide. However, many cases of syphilis still undiagnosed and unreported. So how can you protect yourself? Find out in our blog! Read More
Categorized as: Living and Wellness
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Article - 11 Minute Read
Managing Osteoarthritis – It’s a Joint Effort
Is it just a random ache or pain? Or could it be a sign of osteoarthritis? Find out the symptoms of osteoarthritis in our blog! Read More
Categorized as: Living and Wellness
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Article - 2 Minute Read
The Difference Between Overtraining and Overuse
Overuse injuries in runners happen because of poor mechanics, but overtraining also has a role in developing injuries. Learn the difference between overuse and overtraining in our blog! Read More
Categorized as: Living and Wellness
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Article - 5 Minute Read
What’s the Scoop on the Different Effects of Coffee?
The way you prefer your coffee can vary as much as its effects on you versus another. You may consume several cups of coffee in a day and still sleep soundly, while your coworker or significant other gets jittery after only one cup. For some people, caffeine is completely off limits. The question, of course,… Read More
Categorized as: Living and Wellness
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Article - 4 Minute Read
Managing Work Stress: Tips for Dealing with Day-to-Day Stress in the Workplace
In today’s hectic world, the workplace can often seem like an emotional roller coaster. Long hours, tight deadlines, ever increasing demands, unpleasant customers, difficult bosses—these can all leave you feeling worried, uncertain, and overwhelmed by stress. See what causes workplace stress and how to handle it in our blog! Read More
Categorized as: Living and Wellness
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Article - 3 Minute Read
Thinking Outside the Cereal Box for Your Kids
Getting into a breakfast routine during the school year can be hard. Many kids are not interested in breakfast, but it is the most important meal of the day! Breakfast helps keep them focused during their school day. Here are some simple, nutritious tips to help your child love breakfast! Read More
Categorized as: Living and Wellness
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Article - 3 Minute Read
Children and the Flu
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
Categorized as: Cold and Flu, Health Topics A-Z, Living and Wellness, Pediatrics
