Search Results for: blood

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  Lindsey’s Story: How Vascular Surgery for Blood Clots Helped Her Get Back on Her Feet

  June 23, 2023

  Lindsey, an operating room nurse, needed emergency surgery to remove a deep vein thrombosis and pulmonary embolism.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute

  Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Heart and Vascular Health, UPMC Stories

  Tagged with: Affinity

  

• Article - 5 Minute Read

  Fasting Before Blood Work? Here’s What You Need to Know.

  June 9, 2023

  If your doctor has ordered blood tests, it's helpful to know the rules for fasting before blood work. Learn more.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by UPMC

  Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness

  Tagged with: Discovery

  

• Article - 5 Minute Read

  Does Dehydration Raise Blood Pressure?

  May 17, 2023

  You may wonder if dehydration affects your heart health. For example, does dehydration raise blood pressure or lower it? Learn more.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute

  Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Heart and Vascular Health

  Tagged with: Discovery, Specialty

  

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• Article - 6 Minute Read

  How to Lower Blood Sugar Naturally

  May 12, 2023

  Managing diabetes and lowering blood sugar is easier with the right diet and lifestyle changes. Learn the best strategies to naturally lower high blood sugar.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by UPMC

  Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Nutrition

  Tagged with: Discovery, PCP

  

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  Two Bloodless Medicine Surgeries, Two Great Outcomes

  October 10, 2023

  Since 2010, the UPMC Patient Blood Management Program has been a leading force in bloodless medicine. Learn more.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by UPMC

  Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness

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• Article - 5 Minute Read

  Why It’s Safe to Get Donated Blood From Someone Vaccinated for COVID-19

  June 23, 2023

  Despite online misinformation, it is safe to receive blood donated by people who got the COVID-19 vaccine and people who have recovered from a COVID-19 illness.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by UPMC

  Categorized as: COVID-19

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  How to Take Your Blood Pressure at Home: A Step-by-Step Guide

  September 23, 2022

  There are many benefits to checking your blood pressure at home. Learn how to check your blood pressure at home with this step-by-step guide.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute

  Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Heart and Vascular Health

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  What Is a Good Blood Pressure: Understanding Blood Pressure Readings

  June 23, 2023

  Learn more about what high blood pressure is, why it's a problem, and how to make sense of blood pressure readings.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute

  Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Heart and Vascular Health

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  Why Do I Have Blood in My Stool?

  November 2, 2023

  Many different health conditions can cause rectal bleeding. Learn more about the different causes and when you should call your doctor.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by Digestive Disorders

  Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness

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