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How Brain Chemicals Influence Mood and Health

March 16, 2023

Learn more about common brain chemicals, or neurotransmitters, and how they affect your thinking and overall health.Read More

Medically Reviewed by Neurosurgery

Categorized as: Neurosurgery and Brain Health

Tagged with: brain health, cortisol, mobile post, neurotransmitter, serotonin
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What Is Preventive Chemotherapy? How Adjuvant Cancer Care Factors Into Your Treatment

March 27, 2024

Preventive chemotherapy is a type of adjuvant therapy for cancer. 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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How Vaping Clinics Can Combat Lung Injury and More

March 27, 2024

Read on for more about the UPMC vaping clinic's mission and the innovative research UPMC is conducting.Read More

Medically Reviewed by Pulmonology

Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness

Tagged with: Affinity
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Foods to Support Immune Health

March 21, 2024

No single food can fight infection alone, but eating a healthful diet can boost your immune system. Here's what you need to know about eating for immune health.Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Nutrition Services

Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Nutrition

Tagged with: Discovery
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Why Am I Craving Sugar?

March 15, 2024

Explore why sugar cravings happen and practical tips to curb your sugar habit for a healthier, happier life. Learn to overcome your sweet tooth.Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Nutrition Services

Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Nutrition

Tagged with: Discovery
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Benefits of Walking: How a Daily Walk Can Improve Your Health

March 12, 2024

Taking a daily walk has so many physical and mental benefits. Learn the top 10 reasons, backed by research.Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC

Categorized as: Fitness, Living and Wellness

Tagged with: Discovery
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How to Treat Anxiety Naturally

February 12, 2024

Medication and therapy can help with anxiety. But making some simple lifestyle changes can also help manage this common problem. Here's what you need to know.Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Western Behavioral Health

Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Mental Health

Tagged with: Discovery
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Lung Cancer Awareness: Q&A With Dr. Ryan Levy

February 9, 2024

Ryan Levy, MD discusses treatment options, early warning signs, and what you need to know about lung cancer screening.Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Hillman Cancer Center

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

Tagged with: Affinity
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Lung Cancer in the LGBTQIA+ Community

February 8, 2024

Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer death in the United States, responsible for one in five cancer deaths. However, some people have a higher risk of lung cancer than others.Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Hillman Cancer Center

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

Tagged with: Discovery