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Generalized Anxiety in Older Adults

June 15, 2022

Anxiety disorders are the most common group of mental health disorders. 32% of Americans experience any anxiety disorder at some point. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Western Behavioral Health
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Living and Wellness, Mental Health, Senior Health
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Is Thumb-Sucking Bad for My Child’s Health?

June 14, 2022

Thumb-sucking is a natural reflex for children. But if they continue the habit past a certain age, it can be bad for their oral health. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Pediatrics
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Pediatrics
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Is Homemade Baby Formula Safe?

June 13, 2022

Homemade baby formula recipes have become popular on parenting blogs. But health officials do not recommend using homemade formula. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Magee-Womens
Categorized as: Pediatrics, Pregnancy and Childbirth, Women's Health
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How Parents Can Deal with Infant Formula Shortages

June 13, 2022

What should parents do if they are having trouble finding formula for their baby? Find tips on sourcing formula during the shortage. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Magee-Womens
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Pediatrics, Pregnancy and Childbirth
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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

Medically Reviewed by Primary Care
Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness, New Here
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Supporting a Loved One on Dialysis

June 10, 2022

Watching a loved one go through dialysis can be challenging. Here are some ways you can offer support to someone who is on dialysis. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC
Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness
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What Are the 5 Stages of Kidney Disease?

June 9, 2022

Doctors divide chronic kidney disease (CKD) into five stages. Learn about what you might experience in each stage, and get information on kidney failure. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Urology
Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness
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Irritable Bowel Syndrome and Multiple Sclerosis – What Is the Connection?

June 8, 2022

MS is an inflammatory disorder that targets a person's central nervous system. It's there that the link between MS and IBS begins. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Digestive Disorders
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What Are the Warning Signs of Pancreatitis?

June 8, 2022

Pancreatitis is a serious inflammation of the pancreas. Learn how doctors at UPMC's Digestive Disorders Clinic can help. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Digestive Disorders
Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness
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