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    Concussion Facebook Live with Hannah Storm and Dale Earnhardt Jr.

    April 3, 2017

    Join host Hannah Storm at 12:30 p.m. EST on April 6, when UPMC patients, including Dale Earnhardt, Jr., discuss their personal experiences with concussion. Watch Now

    Medically Reviewed by Sports Medicine

    Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Rehabilitation

    Tagged with: concussion, concussion treatment, facebook live, head injury, rehabilitation, rethink concussion

    Facebook Live Discussion with Hannah Storm and Dale Earnhardt Jr.
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    Recovery from Concussion: Daren’s Story

    November 9, 2016

    UPMC patient Daren enjoyed restoring and racing vintage cars, but after a devastating 2014 car accident left him with a concussion, he was sidelined from the hobbies he loved. Watch Now

    Medically Reviewed by Sports Medicine

    Categorized as: Rehabilitation

    Tagged with: Centers for Rehab, concussion recovery, head injury, Patient Stories, rethink concussion

    Learn more about Daren's patient journey at UPMC
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    Safety on the Slopes: Sledding and Snow Tubing Tips

    January 14, 2016

    Wintertime activities, like sledding or snow tubing, can lead to injuries. Discover some sledding safety tips to keep your kids out of harm's way. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by Sports Medicine

    Categorized as: Family Health, Safety, Sports Medicine

    Tagged with: concussion, frostbite, head and neck injuries, head injury, hypothermia, serious injuries, significant head injuries, skull fractures, sledding, sports medicine

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    Medical Mondays: Preventing Falls Among Seniors

    September 14, 2015

    In this edition of Medical Mondays, learn some simple methods to help prevent falls and where to seek care for someone who has suffered a fall. Learn More

    Categorized as: Family Health

    Tagged with: falls, head injury, hip fracture, medical mondays, senior

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    Concussion Facts & Statistics

    July 14, 2015

    Discover concussion facts and statistics in this infographic by the UPMC Sports Medicine Concussion Program. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by Sports Medicine

    Categorized as: Concussion, Health Topics A-Z, Sports Medicine

    Tagged with: athlete, concussion, concussion facts, football, head injury, infographic, statistics

  • Artículo - 2 Minute Read

    Infographic: A Heads Up on Preventing Sports Injuries

    June 24, 2015

    Concussions happen even when wearing a helmet. It's a common myth that sports helmets can prevent concussions. Learn about different sports helmets. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by Sports Medicine

    Categorized as: Neurosurgery and Brain Health, Sports Medicine

    Tagged with: baseball helmet, batting helmet, concussion myths, football helmet, head injury, helmet safety, hockey helmet, infographic, nascar helmet, rethink concussions, sports helmet, traumatic brain injury, UPMC Sports Medicine Concussion Program

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  • Artículo - 5 Minute Read

    Preventing Common Playground Injuries

    June 15, 2015

    According to a 2021 study, playground injuries cause over 200,000 emergency department visits each year. Learn more. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by Pediatrics

    Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Pediatrics

    Tagged with: children, concussion, concussion management, head injury, pediatrics, playground, slides

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    Epilepsy Causes and Seizure Triggers

    June 4, 2015

    Epilepsy causes are not always clear, but we do know a few factors that lead to it. Learn why understanding seizure triggers helps you be prepared. Learn More

    Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Neurosurgery and Brain Health

    Tagged with: Alzheimer's disease, Atherosclerosis, Brain tumor, diabetes, dizziness, epilepsy, epilepsy causes, epilepsy triggers, epileptic seizure, head injury, infection, medical mondays, seizure causes, seizure triggers, seizures, stress, stroke

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    Soccer Concussion Injuries

    May 27, 2015

    Soccer is generally a safe sport, but injuries can still happen. Learn ways to minimize the risk and effects of concussions sustained in soccer. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by Sports Medicine

    Categorized as: Concussion, Health Topics A-Z, Sports Medicine

    Tagged with: Coach Category 3, concussion, concussion evaluation, concussion treatment, head injury, soccer

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