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Jeremiah Fielder-Bailey Survived Two Brain Aneurysms. Now, He’s Focused on the Future
Jeremiah Fielder-Bailey suffered two aneurysms while preparing for work one afternoon. Emergency brain surgery and rehabilitation at UPMC helped him survive.Watch Now
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Neurosurgery and Brain Health
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Article - 3 Minute Read
Point-of-Care Ultrasound: What to Know
Point-of-care ultrasound is a focused ultrasound exam. A clinician performs this exam at a person's bedside. They do this to speed up decision-making and answer specific questions in real time.Read More
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Pediatrics
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Runner Survives Heart Attack During Half Marathon: Greg’s Story
When Greg suffered a heart attack and went into cardiac arrest during a half-marathon, UPMC employees jumped in to help. Learn more.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Heart and Vascular Health
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How Proposed Pennsylvania Legislation Could Save More Lives During a Cardiac Emergency
Pennsylvania Senate Bill 375 would require schools to develop and practice clear cardiac emergency response plans. Learn more.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Policy and Advocacy
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Podcast
UPMC HealthBeat Podcast: 3D Nipple Tattooing
A healthy self-image is important for breast cancer recovery. Follow as Lori Stofman discusses the process and art of 3D nipple tattooing to help patients feel their best.Listen Now
Categorized as: UPMC HealthBeat Podcast
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Article - 5 Minute Read
Here’s How to Prepare Your Child for Their First Period
Experts advise avoiding negative terms when it comes to first periods. Here's how you can explain menstruation and prep them for their first period.Read More
Categorized as: Family Health, Health Topics A-Z, Pediatrics, Women's Health
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Podcast
UPMC HealthBeat Podcast: Getting Your Child Ready for a Doctor’s Visit
Maureen HeneghaIn, a child life specialist at UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh, offers tips for making doctor's visits easier.Listen Now
Categorized as: Pediatrics
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Video
50 Phenoms: How Annette Beat Devastating Odds After a Traumatic Brain Injury
Annette suffered a severe brain injury after a fall at her home in 2012. Learn how emergency surgery, rehabilitation, and her own optimism helped her recover.Watch Now
Categorized as: Ryan Shazier's 50 Phenoms, UPMC Stories
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Article - 4 Minute Read
Bill’s Story: Surviving a Heart Attack and Cardiac Arrest
When Bill suffered a heart attack and sudden cardiac arrest, fast-acting friends jumped into action. Learn more about his story.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Heart and Vascular Health