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What Is Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease?

April 1, 2017

Hand, foot, and mouth disease is a virus that's common in children. Learn more about causes, symptoms and how to feel better soon. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Pediatrics

Categorized as: Pediatrics

Tagged with: back to school, enterovirus, hand foot mouth, kid's viruses, virus

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Concussion Q&A with Dr. Erin Reynolds

December 23, 2016

Dr. Erin Reynolds speaks with a parent who's child has suffered multiple concussions. Learn more about concussion facts and how you can seek help. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Sports Medicine

Categorized as: Neurosurgery and Brain Health, Sports Medicine

Tagged with: back to school, brain health, concussions, head injuries, Question and Answer, rethink concussion, sports injuries, sports medicine

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How Young Is Too Young for Contact Lenses?

December 22, 2016

How young is too young for contact lenses? Our experts weigh in on the factors you need to consider before your child begins wearing contacts. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Vision Institute

Categorized as: Eye Health

Tagged with: back to school, myopia, nearsightedness, rigid gas permeable lenses

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Pink Eye: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment

November 21, 2016

Pink eye (conjunctivitis) is a common but very contagious condition. Learn how to treat it and prevent its spread. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Urgent Care

Categorized as: Eye Health, Family Health

Tagged with: back to school, conjunctivitis, contagious, eye health, eye inflammation, Eye pain, pink eye

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Sore Throat? Is It a Cold, Strep Throat, or Tonsillitis?

October 18, 2016

A sore throat can be a sign of a cold, strep throat, or tonsillitis. Check your symptoms to find out what treatment is best. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Urgent Care

Categorized as: Cold and Flu, Family Health, Living and Wellness

Tagged with: back to school, common cold, common illnesses, flu symptoms, scratchy throat, sore throat, strep throat

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Stay Healthy in College: Avoid Dorm Sickness

September 1, 2016

Here's what you need to know to stay healthy in the college dorms and avoid the dreaded "dorm disease." Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC

Categorized as: Living and Wellness, New Here

Tagged with: back to school, cleanliness, cold and flu, college, communal living, Health, mold, sanitation, spread of disease

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Tips to Avoid the Freshman 15

August 29, 2016

About a quarter of all college students gain weight before graduation. Learn how you can prevent the freshman 15 with these nutrition tips. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC

Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Nutrition

Tagged with: back to school, college student health, hamot, healthy eating, Nutrition, student life

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Essential Back-to-School Health Tips

August 13, 2016

Our UPMC family health experts offer a few tips to make the transition back to school as healthy as possible. Learn More

Categorized as: Family Health, Pediatrics

Tagged with: back to school, children's health, school safety tips, tips for kids

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Basketball Q&A with Athletic Trainer Sean Rentler

August 7, 2016

A UPMC Sports Medicine athletic trainer has tips on how you can improve your basketball game and stay safe on the court. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Sports Medicine

Categorized as: Sports Medicine

Tagged with: athletic trainer, back to school, basketball, basketball injuries, sports medicine