Living and Wellness

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What Does an MBSAQIP Accreditation Mean in Bariatric Surgery?

July 11, 2023

If you're considering weight loss surgery, look for an MBSAQIP-accredited surgery program. Learn what MBSAQIP accreditation means and why it's important. Read More

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Why Do Kids Bite? What to Do If Your Child Bites Someone

July 5, 2023

Children bite for many reasons, including anger, teething pain, or even for attention. Learn how to stop your infant, toddler, or older child from biting. Read More

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Signs of Seasonal Allergies in Kids

June 30, 2023

Learn how to spot seasonal allergies in kids, reduce triggers, and find safe, effective treatments for pediatric allergy relief. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Pediatrics
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Signs You May Have Poor Circulation

June 29, 2023

Poor circulation can result from diabetes, high blood pressure, or other vascular problems. Here's what you need to know. Read More

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Infant Sleep Help: What Does ‘Drowsy but Awake’ Mean?

June 29, 2023

One of the biggest challenges of the infant stage is getting your baby on a regular sleep-wake cycle. Learn more. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Pediatrics
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How Family Therapy Can Benefit Your Child

June 27, 2023

Family therapy helps a family to improve communication and solve problems. It can help with mental health challenges, divorce, behavior problems, and more. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Pediatrics, UPMC Western Behavioral Health
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Living and Wellness, Mental Health, Pediatrics
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Fran’s Story: Living With and Managing Chronic Pain

June 26, 2023

Fran, who has lived with constant abdominal pain for more than eight years, found help at UPMC Pain Management. Read More

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50 Phenoms: How Annette Beat Devastating Odds After a Traumatic Brain Injury

June 26, 2023

Annette suffered a severe brain injury after a fall at her home in 2012. Learn how emergency surgery, rehabilitation, and her own optimism helped her recover. Watch Now

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Categorized as: Ryan Shazier's 50 Phenoms, UPMC Stories
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How to Get Back on Track With Healthy Habits When Life Happens

June 22, 2023

Has traveling, illness, or other life circumstances derailed that healthy routine you worked to build? Here are some tips for restarting. Read More

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