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Prostate and Testicular Cancer in the LGBTQIA+ Community

March 1, 2024

Men who have sex with men and gay and bisexual men should know their risks of prostate and testicular cancers and how to get screened for these cancers.Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Hillman Cancer Center

Categorized as: Cancer Care, Health Topics A-Z, LGBTQIA+ Health, Living and Wellness

Tagged with: Discovery
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Rapid Aging After Hysterectomy

January 30, 2024

Hysterectomy is common, but younger premenopausal women may risk rapid aging after hysterectomy. Learn why and how to reduce the risk.Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Magee-Womens

Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Women's Health

Tagged with: Discovery
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Why UPMC Supports Pennsylvania Senate Bill 8

July 11, 2023

The recently passed Pennsylvania Senate Bill 8 will expand access to potentially lifesaving breast cancer care for high-risk patients. Learn more.Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC

Categorized as: Policy and Advocacy

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Next-Gen Sequencing and Genomic Medicine

August 29, 2023

Next-gen sequencing helps doctors learn how changes in your genes may affect your health, now and in the future.Read More

Medically Reviewed by Pediatrics

Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Pediatrics

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Q&A: Bridging Health Inequities With Cancer Screenings, With Dr. Evans

May 31, 2022

Does race affect cancer outcomes? How did COVID-19 affect cancer care? In this Q&A, Dr. Evans answers these questions and more.Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Hillman Cancer Center

Categorized as: Cancer Care, Health Equity, Health Topics A-Z

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UPMC HealthBeat Podcast: Should I Get Genetic Testing for Breast Cancer?

November 1, 2021

Rachelle Huziak, Certified Genetic Counselor with the UPMC Cancer Genetics Program, discusses genetic testing for breast cancer.Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Magee-Womens, UPMC Hillman Cancer Center

Categorized as: Breast Cancer, Cancer Care, Health Topics A-Z, UPMC HealthBeat Podcast

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Coping with Breast Cancer Under 40

June 22, 2022

Dealing with breast cancer in your 20s and 30s can present unique challenges. Learn more about what to expect as a young woman with cancer.Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Magee-Womens, UPMC Hillman Cancer Center

Categorized as: Breast Cancer, Cancer Care, Health Topics A-Z

Tagged with: breast cancer, breast cancer in 30s, under 40, young women
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Understanding Your Risk for Breast Cancer

July 27, 2022

Some women may be at a higher risk for breast cancer than others. Understanding your risk helps determine the best next steps for you.Learn More

Categorized as: Breast Cancer, Cancer Care, Health Topics A-Z

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The Importance of Breast Cancer Screenings

July 26, 2022

Approximately 1 in 8 women in the United States will develop breast cancer over the course of her lifetime, according to research by the American Cancer Society (ACS).Learn More

Categorized as: Breast Cancer, Cancer Care, Health Topics A-Z, Women's Health

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