Family Health

Curious about your health? Battling the flu or another ailment? Family health topics deal with the everyday health matters that affect us all. Find information on routine medical care, disease management, and keeping your whole family healthy. Topics include first aid, cold and flu, injury prevention, and much more.

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Top 4 Questions About Hemorrhoids

December 3, 2020

Although hemorrhoids can be itchy, uncomfortable, and sometimes downright painful, they are relatively harmless. Discover treatment options. Read More

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Essential Items to Stock in Your Medicine Cabinet

December 2, 2020

Now that we're all stocked up on toilet paper, we should also be stocking up our medicine cabinet. Do you have the essentials? Take a look. Read More

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What Is the Mind-Gut Connection?

November 18, 2020

Find out how the mind-gut connection may offer ways to treat both mental health issues and digestive problems—and how UPMC's Digestive Health Care can help. Read More

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Treatments for Acid Reflux

November 17, 2020

Almost all adults have experienced acid reflux at some point in their lives. Discover treatment options for this common digestive issue. Read More

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How Parents and Kids Can Deal With Pandemic School Year Stress

October 29, 2020

The pandemic is adding to back to school stress. What can parents and kids do to get pandemic stress and anxiety under control? We have some tips. Read More

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Categorized as: COVID-19, Family Health, Living and Wellness
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Child Anxiety Symptoms and Treatment

October 28, 2020

Anxiety disorders can present themselves in children in many ways. Find out the symptoms and how you can get treatment for your child from UPMC. Read More

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Strategies to Keep Kids Engaged During Virtual Learning

October 27, 2020

Kids might be tempted to turn virtual learning into a vacation. Here are some strategies to keep them engaged when their learning online. Read More

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Categorized as: COVID-19, Family Health, Living and Wellness
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Talking to Your Parent About Seeing a Geriatrician

October 23, 2020

Should your aging parent see a geriatrician? Learn how to tell and how to broach the subject when the time is right. Read More

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Frequently Asked Questions About the Flu Shot

October 15, 2020

The flu shot plays an essential role in protecting you, your family, and your community from illness. This year, that's truer than ever. Watch Now

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Categorized as: COVID-19, Family Health, Living and Wellness
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