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Article - 4 Minute Read
Niamh’s Story: Life-Saving Surgery to Treat Her Esophageal Cancer
After her cancer diagnosis, Niamh underwent a minimally invasive esophagectomy performed by Ryan Levy, MD, chief of thoracic surgery at UPMC. Read More
Categorized as: Cancer Care, Health Topics A-Z, UPMC Stories
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Article - 2 Minute Read
Orthopaedic Surgeon At UPMC Jameson Offers Wide Awake Hand Surgery Technique
Being wide awake during carpal tunnel and other tendon repair surgeries has many benefits for patients. Learn more about WALANT. Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Orthopaedics
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Article - 3 Minute Read
The Signs and Symptoms of Untreated Lyme Disease
Lyme disease often begins with flu-like symptoms and a rash. Weeks or months later, untreated Lyme symptoms include confusion, arthritis, and heart problems. Read More
Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness
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Article - 4 Minute Read
How To Find Reliable Health Information Online
It can be difficult to find health information online that you can trust. Here is how to know whether a website's health and medical information is reliable. Read More
Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness
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Article - 3 Minute Read
Finding a Doctor Who Is an LGBTQIA+ Ally
Here's how to find an LGBTQ friendly doctor who is a willing ally to gay, trans, and queer people and understand their healthcare needs. Read More
Categorized as: LGBTQIA+ Health, Living and Wellness
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Article - 3 Minute Read
Why Everyone Needs a Primary Care Physician (PCP)
A PCP is your main doctor — kind of like the captain of your personal health care team. Get tips on finding a PCP. Read More
Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness
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Article - 3 Minute Read
How Long Should I Nap?
There are many benefits of naps. Learn more about the best time to take a nap — and the optimal amount of time to sleep — to make the most of your naps. Read More
Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness
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Article - 3 Minute Read
What Is Tick Paralysis? Understand The Symptoms And Treatment Options
Tick paralysis is a very rare but dangerous condition caused by a tick bite. Find out where it's diagnosed, its symptoms and treatment. Read More
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Pediatrics
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Article - 2 Minute Read
A Guide to Telemedicine Services: What You Need to Know
Learn how telemedicine works, and which conditions doctors can treat via video visits and telehealth. Read More
Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness
