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    Understanding ‘Chroming’: A Dangerous Social Media Trend

    July 17, 2023

    Chroming refers to inhaling chemical-based products — specifically metallic paints — to get high. It can have dangerous, life-threatening effects. Learn more. Read More

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    Learn more about the dangers of huffing.
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    50 Phenoms: How Jared Evans Overcame Addiction and Manages His Scoliosis

    December 19, 2022

    Jared struggled with pain from scoliosis and became addicted to painkillers after a failed surgery. Learn how he got the help he needed to overcome both. Watch Now

    Medically Reviewed by Neurosurgery

    Categorized as: Living and Wellness, New Here, Ryan Shazier's 50 Phenoms

    Tagged with: Ryan Shazier's 50 Phenoms Season 4

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    How Much Water Should I Drink?

    August 25, 2022

    Drinking water is one of the healthiest habits you can have. But how much is enough? And can you drink too much water? Learn more. Read More

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    Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness, New Here

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    How much water do you need
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    Symptoms of Over-Caffeination

    August 11, 2022

    Too much caffeine can cause short-term and long-term health issues. Here's how to spot symptoms of over-caffeination. Read More

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    Unplugged: A Guide to Breaking Your Screen Addiction

    June 27, 2022

    How does screen time affect our health? And how can we limit our use? Learn more about the health benefits of breaking the screen addiction. Read More

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    Discover our Guide to Breaking Screen Time Addiction
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    How to Find a New PCP as a Young Adult

    June 13, 2022

    Finding a new primary care physician (PCP) as a young adult can be overwhelming. Learn tips from the experts at UPMC. Read More

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    How to Find and Choose a Therapist

    April 7, 2022

    Looking for a therapist can feel overwhelming. But don't let that keep you from getting the help you need. You can find a therapist that's the right fit for you. Read More

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    What to Know About Syphilis: Risks, Symptoms, and Treatment

    March 21, 2022

    Syphilis is a common sexually transmitted infection (STI). Learn how you can control your risks, recognize symptoms, and get treatment. Read More

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    Treating and Preventing Back Pain: What You Need to Know

    February 7, 2022

    Back pain is a common condition that may be prevented or managed. UPMC offers surgical and nonsurgical treatment options for back pain. Read More

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