Search Results for: MRA

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  What Are MRI and MRA Scans?

  March 30, 2016

  MRI and MRA scans are imaging tests. They take detailed pictures of the inside of the body. Learn how to prepare for your MRI or MRA and what to expect.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by Imaging Services

  Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness

  Tagged with: magnetic resonance angiography, magnetic resonance imaging, MRA, MRI

  

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  50 Phenoms: How Mother Cindi and Daughter Erica Survived Cancer Together

  March 20, 2023

  Erica Nix and her mother Cindi Stephenson both faced cancer at the same time. They supported each other through treatments and survived. Learn their story.Watch Now

  Medically Reviewed by UPMC Hillman Cancer Center

  Categorized as: Cancer Care, Health Topics A-Z, Ryan Shazier's 50 Phenoms

  Tagged with: Affinity, Provider, Ryan Shazier's 50 Phenoms Season 4

  

• Article - 5 Minute Read

  Biologic Therapy for Asthma: What to Know

  March 9, 2023

  Biologic therapy is a treatment for severe asthma that may lower your risk of exacerbations and improve your quality of life. Learn more.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by Pulmonology

  Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness

  Tagged with: Discovery

  

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  50 Phenoms: How a Woman Overcomes Multiple Sclerosis Every Day

  June 7, 2021

  Laurie Denison was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis at 40 years old but doesn't let the disease define her.Watch Now

  Medically Reviewed by Neurosurgery

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

  Tagged with: Ryan Shazier's 50 Phenoms, Ryan Shazier's 50 Phenoms Season 2

  

• Article - 3 Minute Read

  What Is Glioblastoma?

  October 15, 2020

  The most common type of brain tumor, glioblastoma, is also the most aggressive — and hardest to treat.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by UPMC Hillman Cancer Center

  Categorized as: Cancer Care, Health Topics A-Z

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  Ryan Shazier’s 50 Phenoms: Learning to Cope After a Devastating Crash

  April 10, 2022

  Paula Franetti was seriously injured when a speeding driver ran a red light, blindsiding her. Learn how Paula later drove her own recovery.Watch Now

  Medically Reviewed by UPMC

  Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness, UPMC Stories

  Tagged with: Ryan Shazier's 50 Phenoms, Ryan Shazier’s 50 Phenoms Season 1

  

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  What Is Acute Flaccid Myelitis? Medical Headlines Explained

  April 6, 2022

  Acute flaccid myelitis is an extremely rare spinal inflammation disorder, usually in children. Learn the causes, symptoms, and treatments.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by Pediatrics

  Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Pediatrics

  Tagged with: acute flaccid myelitis in kids, symptoms of acute flaccid myelitis, what is acute flaccid myelitis?

  

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  What Is a Meniscus Tear?

  May 28, 2018

  Learn more about the symptoms of a torn meniscus and the different treatment options for a meniscus tear.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by UPMC Orthopaedic Care

  Categorized as: Orthopaedics

  Tagged with: knee pain, meniscus, meniscus tear

  

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  Pacemakers 101: Common Questions About Your Heart Device

  May 17, 2017

  Learn the facts about pacemakers and get answers to some frequently asked questions with this guide to your heart device.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute

  Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health

  Tagged with: arrhythmia, bradycardia, pacemaker