Living and Wellness

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What To Know Before Your First Telemedicine Visit

August 23, 2021

Seeing a provider in person isn't always convenient. Learn how to prepare for your first telemedicine visit. Read More

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The Benefits of Clinical Trials for Patients With IBD

August 20, 2021

If you're struggling to find a successful long-term IBD treatment, consider a clinical trial. Here's how they work, and the benefits of participating in one. Read More

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Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness
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5 Things To Know About Urgent Care Before You Go

August 19, 2021

Urgent care clinics provide convenient, express health care for minor illnesses and injuries. However, there are a few things you should know before you go. Read More

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How to Remove a Tick from Skin

August 17, 2021

Here's how to safely remove a tick from the skin, and clean the bite area. Remember to use clean tweezers and avoid remedies like nail polish or heat. Read More

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The 2021 School Year and COVID-19: What to Know

August 16, 2021

What students, teachers, and staff members can do to limit the risk of COVID-19 during the 2021-22 school year. Read More

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Categorized as: COVID-19, Pediatrics
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Advancing Care In Central And North Central Pennsylvania

August 16, 2021

Residents of central and north central Pennsylvania now have access to world-class UPMC care in the communities where they live. Read More

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New Initiatives, Investments Advance Care for Women, Children in the North

August 13, 2021

More trusted services of UPMC Children's Hospital and UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital are now closer to home for communities in the North Hills. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Pediatrics, UPMC Magee-Womens
Categorized as: Family Health, Health Topics A-Z
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Understanding Heart Murmurs in Babies

August 13, 2021

When listening to your baby's heart with a stethoscope, the doctor can hear the heart valves open and close as they pump blood throughout the body. If the doctor hears extra blood moving in the heart, your baby may have a heart murmur. Read More

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Do Detoxes Work? The Answer May Surprise You

August 12, 2021

A detox cleanse claims to rid your body of toxins and reset your metabolism. But do detoxes work? Learn the facts behind this wellness trend. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Nutrition Services
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Nutrition
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