Search Results for: PET

• Article - 3 Minute Read

  Peter’s Story: Back on the Gridiron After ACL Surgery

  January 16, 2024

  Athletes come to UPMC from around the world to take advantage of its research-driven and cutting-edge orthopaedic care. Learn more.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by Sports Medicine

  Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Sports Medicine

  Tagged with: Affinity

  

• Article - 5 Minute Read

  What Do Parents Need to Know About Impetigo?

  October 25, 2023

  Impetigo is a common skin infection in young children. It's usually not serious, but you shouldn't let it go untreated. Learn more.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by UPMC

  Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Pediatrics

  Tagged with: Discovery, PCP

  

• Article - 3 Minute Read

  Meet Cherie Peters: What Is a UPMC Living Donation Liaison?

  October 14, 2022

  At UPMC, we believe in the power of living donation and consider it a first-line treatment option for people with end-stage kidney disease.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by Transplant Services

  Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Kidney Transplant, Transplant

  Tagged with:

  

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• Article - 4 Minute Read

  Coping with the Death of a Pet

  April 6, 2022

  Coping with the death of a pet isn't always easy. Here's how to prepare for the death of a pet — and tend to your grief once they're gone.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by UPMC Western Behavioral Health

  Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Mental Health

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• Article - 6 Minute Read

  Competitive Weightlifter Trains With Sports Performance: Brandi’s Story

  May 18, 2020

  While Brandi was discovering weightlifting, she also was beginning her journey at UPMC Sports Medicine. Learn more.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by Sports Medicine

  Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Sports Medicine

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

  

• Videos

  How Pet Therapy Can Make Your Hospital Visit a Little Easier

  March 1, 2018

  Find out how your pet can improve your health and how you can bring your furry friend to your next hospital visit at UPMC.Watch Now

  Medically Reviewed by UPMC Hillman Cancer Center

  Categorized as: Cancer Care

  Tagged with: animal-assisted therapy, pet therapy, UPMC Hillman Cancer Center

  

• Video

  Are Pets Good for Your Heart Health?

  May 22, 2017

  Find out how having a pet may help your heart, and what you can do to make easy heart-healthy choices every day.Watch Now

  Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute

  Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health

  Tagged with: American Heart Association, healthy lifestyle, heart disease, Heart Health, preventative health

  

• Recipe

  3 Healthy Holiday Appetizers Your Guests Will Love

  December 5, 2016

  Your guests are sure to love these healthy and easy-to-make holiday recipes, including roasted pumpkin seeds, caprese salad on a stick, and egg snowmen.View Recipe

  Medically Reviewed by UPMC

  Categorized as: Nutrition

  Tagged with: Christmas, cooking, healthy eating, Holiday Recipes, holidays, recipes, winter

  

• Article - 2 Minute Read

  How to Keep Your Pet Safe on July 4

  June 21, 2014

  More pets go missing during the 4th of July weekend than any other. Check out tips to prevent accidents and keep your pet safe this summer.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by UPMC

  Categorized as: Family Health, Safety

  Tagged with: 4th of July, Animal Friends, dogs, fireworks, independence day, pet safety