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Article - 4 Minute Read
What Is a Nerve Block?
Nerve blocks help people who have acute or chronic pain. They're also used as a local anesthesia. Most are injections, but some are surgical. Learn more. Read More
Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness
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Article - 4 Minute Read
Signs My Tattoo Is Infected
Do you have an infected tattoo? Read about the signs and why it's important to get prompt treatment for an infected tattoo. Read More
Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness
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Article - 3 Minute Read
Stuttering in Children Is Treatable. Here’s What to Know About Speech Therapies.
Children who struggle to communicate with those around them may have a disorder. Knowing how to tell if your child needs help is the first step. Read More
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Pediatrics
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Article - 6 Minute Read
What To Do if You Miss a Birth Control Pill
Birth control pills are a highly effective contraception method, but what if you forget to take them? Learn what to do if you miss a birth control pill. Read More
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Women's Health
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Article - 5 Minute Read
STDs in Older Adults: What to Know About Your Risk
Sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) in older adults are on the rise. Find out why some seniors are at risk for STDs, and when to get tested as an older adult. Read More
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Senior Health
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Article - 5 Minute Read
How to Properly Clean Your Reusable Water Bottle
Water is essential to our daily lives, and staying hydrated is crucial for maintaining good health. Many people carry water bottles with them to have access to clean water wherever they go. It’s a convenient option that may be more environmentally friendly than disposable plastic water bottles. You might not realize that your reusable water… Read More
Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness
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Article - 2 Minute Read
Why Knowing Your Accurate Weight Is Important
Knowing your actual, accurate weight is important to keeping track of your overall health. Learn some tips for how you can get an accurate reading. Read More
Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness
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Article - 4 Minute Read
When to Take Your Child to the ER for Vomiting and Fever
It can be upsetting when your child is vomiting or has a fever. But when is it serious enough to head to the ER? Here's what you need to know. Read More
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Pediatrics
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Article - 5 Minute Read
Eating Again After the POEM Procedure
Art West is enjoying eating once more, thanks to the POEM procedure, a new minimally invasive endoscopic treatment offered at UPMC Passavant–McCandless. Read More
Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness