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A New Challenge for Parents: Peer Pressure and Internet Dares

August 3, 2018

Talking to your kids about peer pressure can be challenging but necessary in today’s digital landscape. Learn tips on this important topic. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Harrisburg
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Mental Health, New Here, Pediatrics
Tagged with: Digital Wellness, Pinnacle Health
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Does Stress Cause Breakouts? How Acne and Stress Are Related

July 10, 2018

Wondering if stress is causing your breakouts? Find out how how easing your stress may do wonders for your skin. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Dermatology
Categorized as: New Here, Skin Care
Tagged with: acne, Important Health Topics for Young Adults, skin care, stress management
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How to Recognize the Signs of Opioid Abuse

March 20, 2018

Drug overdose deaths and opioid-involved deaths continue to increase in the United States. Learn how to spot signed of addiction to save a life. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Western Behavioral Health
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Mental Health, New Here
Tagged with: opioid addiction
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After School Special: Fueling for Practice and Game Day

November 13, 2017

Here are three key tips from our expert sports dietitians on making your school day and practice fuel the best it's ever been. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Sports Medicine
Categorized as: New Here, Nutrition, Sports Medicine
Tagged with: back to school, healthy eating, Nutrition, sports medicine, tips for athletes
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How to Seek Treatment for Sexual Assault

October 5, 2017

It is important to seek medical attention for sexual assault. Learn what to do after the assault occurs, and what you can expect during treatment. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Magee-Womens
Categorized as: Men's Health, New Here, Safety, Women's Health
Tagged with: sexual abuse, sexual assault, sexual assault treatment
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Should You Go to the Emergency Department or Urgent Care?

June 18, 2017

It is sometimes difficult to determine where to find the right treatment. Should you go to the Emergency Department or an urgent care center? Read More

Medically Reviewed by Trauma & Emergency Medicine
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, New Here
Tagged with: emergency room, emergency treatment, medical treatment, urgent care
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How to Prevent and Get Rid of Acne Scars

March 29, 2017

Many people suffer from acne scarring after bad breakouts. Find out how acne scars form, and ways you can treat or remove your acne scars. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Dermatology
Categorized as: New Here, Skin Care
Tagged with: acne scar, acne scar removal, acne scar treatment
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Can You Identify These Eating Disorder Warning Signs?

March 10, 2017

Can you identify the symptoms of an eating disorder? Learn eating disorder facts from fiction with this guide to ED warning signs. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Western Behavioral Health
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Mental Health, New Here
Tagged with: body image, eating disorders, healthy eating, mental health
Artículo - 4 Minute Read

Sleep Deprivation Side Effects: How Sleep Loss Affects Your Body

October 21, 2016

Sleep deprivation side effects include weight gain and low libido. Get the facts on how sleep loss affects your body. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Neurosurgery
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, New Here, Sleep Health
Tagged with: sleep deprivation, sleep disorder, sleep loss, stroke