Search Results for: nicotine

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  Nicotine Dependency: How Dependent Are You?

  November 6, 2018

  Quitting smoking is hard. Take our quiz to see how dependent you may be on nicotine.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by UPMC Harrisburg

  Categorized as: Living and Wellness

  Tagged with: Pinnacle Health

  

• Article - 2 Minute Read

  How to Handle Nicotine Withdrawal Symptoms

  April 4, 2023

  Because nicotine is an addictive drug, you can expect to deal with some withdrawal symptoms. Learn how to cope and treat these issues during recovery.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by UPMC

  Categorized as: Living and Wellness

  Tagged with: cigarettes, Coughing, emotional changes, headaches, Journey to a Smoke-Free Life, mood swings, nicotine, nicotine withdrawal, recovery, sleep deprivation, sleep disturbances, smoking cessation, smoking withdrawal, withdrawal symptoms

  

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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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  REM Sleep Behavior Disorder: Symptoms, Causes, & Treatment

  December 18, 2023

  REM sleep behavior disorder is a rare but serious sleep problem. Many people who have it go on to develop Parkinson's disease. Here's what you need to know.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by Sleep Medicine

  Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Sleep Health

  Tagged with: Discovery, Specialty

  

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  The Importance of Early Referral for Lung Transplant

  February 5, 2024

  Are you considering cataract removal surgery? Here’s what you need to know about this common procedure.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by UPMC

  Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Transplant

  Tagged with: Consideration, Specialty

  

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  Understanding GFR for Transplant Patients

  July 3, 2023

  Kidney transplant can save your life if your GFR shows you're in kidney failure. If you've had a transplant, GFR shows if your body has accepted the new kidney.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by Transplant Services

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

  Tagged with: Discovery

  

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  Understanding Angioplasty and Stent Insertion

  June 15, 2023

  Angioplasty and stent insertion help clear coronary arteries that are blocked or narrow. Learn more from the experts at UPMC.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute

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

  Tagged with: Consideration

  

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  Smoke-Free Life: How to Quit Smoking

  January 3, 2024

  Smoking cessation is a journey and a learning process. Think of it as a new beginning, with change occurring over time. Learn more.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by UPMC Hillman Cancer Center

  Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness

  Tagged with: Discovery

  

• Article - 4 Minute Read

  How Can You Get Rid of the Hiccups?

  May 12, 2023

  Hiccups are usually harmless, but they can still be bothersome. Here are some ways to cope with hiccups at home — and when you should seek medical help.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by UPMC

  Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness

  Tagged with: Discovery, PCP