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Understanding Newborn Screenings

March 7, 2024

Your child will get blood, hearing, and heart screenings after birth. These screenings help doctors identify problems that are best caught early. Find out more.Read More

Medically Reviewed by Pediatrics

Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Pediatrics

Tagged with: Discovery
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Cancer Screenings in the Transgender Community

August 3, 2023

Everyone, including trans people, has an increased risk of cancer as they get older. The earlier doctors find cancer, the sooner they can treat it.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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Do I Need Cancer Screenings in My 20s?

February 5, 2024

Routine cancer screenings are an important part of catching cancer early. Learn more from the experts at UPMC.Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Hillman Cancer Center

Categorized as: Cancer Care, Health Topics A-Z

Tagged with: Discovery
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What You Need to Know About Newborn Hearing Screenings

September 2, 2022

Could your baby be heard of hearing? Doctors can now screen for hearing loss in newborn infants. Here's what you need to know.Read More

Medically Reviewed by Pediatrics

Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Pediatrics

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UPMC HealthBeat Podcast: Your Guide to Newborn Screenings

August 1, 2022

They are the first tests your baby will undergo once welcomed into the world. Jennifer Kloesz, MD, Interim Division Chief for Newborn Medicine for UPMC explains what you can expect and why the tests are important to your child’s health.Listen Now

Medically Reviewed by Pediatrics

Categorized as: UPMC HealthBeat Podcast

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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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Primary Care and Annual Screenings: Why They’re Important

October 26, 2023

Visiting your primary care physician regularly and keeping up with health screenings is an important step to take in caring for yourself.Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC

Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness

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Cancer Screenings Through Your Lifetime

February 27, 2024

To help reduce cancer deaths, the ACS recommends a wide range of cancer screenings to promote early detection. Here's what you need to know.Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Hillman Cancer Center

Categorized as: Cancer Care, Health Topics A-Z

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The Importance of Preventive Screenings

June 22, 2022

There are a number of reasons to visit your PCP, even if you feel great. Consider these six reasons to prioritize preventative care.Read More

Medically Reviewed by Primary Care

Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness, New Here

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