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Article - 7 Minute Read
9 Ways to Keep Your Child Physically Safe
In 2020, there were 365,348 reports of missing persons involving juveniles under age 18 entered into the FBI's National Crime Information Center. Roughly 30,000 of these juvenile missing person reports remained active at year's end. Read More
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Pediatrics
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Article - 1 Minute Read
UPMC Children’s Specialty Care Center Cumberland Now Serving Western Maryland
Residents of the western Maryland region now have easier access to UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh pediatric specialists and services. Read More
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Pediatrics
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Article - 2 Minute Read
Q&A With a UPMC Children’s Social Worker
Transplantation can be stressful and emotional for patients and their loved ones. Social workers assist families and consult with physicians and other health care providers to address a range of issues. Read More
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Pediatrics
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Video
50 Phenoms: From Cleft Lip and Palate to Champion Wrestler
Chase Karenbauer was born with cleft lip and palate but has become a youth champion in wrestling and gymnastics. Here's his story. Watch Now
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Pediatrics, Ryan Shazier's 50 Phenoms, UPMC Stories
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Article - 4 Minute Read
Cleft Lips and Cleft Palates: Diagnosis, Complications, and Treatment
Cleft lips and cleft palates are among the most common conditions present at birth. Learn more about what they are and how they're treated. Read More
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Pediatrics
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Article - 4 Minute Read
UPMC Children’s to Provide Pediatric Emergency Resources to Regional Hospitals
UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh is partnering with regional hospitals to provide telemedicine and other pediatric emergency care. Read More
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Pediatrics
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Article - 1 Minute Read
Back-to-School Eating: Helping Kids Make Healthy Choices
Teach your child the basics of a balanced meal at home to help ensure your child eats right in school all year. Use these tips. Read More
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Pediatrics
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Article - 3 Minute Read
How to Have a Happy and Healthy Halloween
Children look forward to Halloween every year. They get to dress up as their favorite character, collect loads of candy, and might even be allowed to stay up past bedtime. It's a fun occasion, however, there are some things parents should keep in mind to help their child stay safe and healthy while celebrating. Read More
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Pediatrics
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Article - 2 Minute Read
What Is Biliary Atresia?
Biliary atresia is a rare gastrointestinal disorder that affects babies shortly after birth. Treatment for this condition may include liver transplantation. Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Living and Wellness, Pediatrics, Transplant