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What to Know About UPMC’s Spring 2023 Updated Mask Policy
As of May 1, 2023, UPMC no longer requires universal masking at most of its facilities. Masking is still required in some clinical areas. Learn more. Read More
Categorized as: COVID-19
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COVID-19 and Stroke: What to Know
Some people are at a higher risk of stroke after COVID-19. Learn about causes, risk factors, and ways you can prevent stroke after COVID-19. Read More
Categorized as: COVID-19
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Why It’s Safe to Get Donated Blood From Someone Vaccinated for COVID-19
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
Categorized as: COVID-19
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What to Know About the Bivalent COVID-19 Vaccine
The Pfizer and Moderna bivalent COVID-19 doses protect against the original strain of coronavirus and the Omicron BA.4 and BA.5 subvariants. Read More
Categorized as: COVID-19, COVID-19 Vaccination
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What Should I Do If I Think I Have Long COVID?
If you have new or continuing symptoms three months or more after an original COVID-19 illness, you may have "long COVID." Find out how you should handle it. Read More
Categorized as: COVID-19
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What to Know About the Novavax COVID-19 Vaccine
The FDA has authorized a more traditional protein-based COVID-19 vaccine developed by Novavax. Americans 18 and older are eligible for it. Read More
Categorized as: COVID-19, COVID-19 Vaccination
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The Impact of COVID-19 on Your Child’s Heart Health
How can COVID-19 impact your child's heart health? Tyler H. Harris, MD, a pediatric cardiologist at the Heart Institute, is here to explain. Read More
Categorized as: COVID-19, Living and Wellness, Pediatrics
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The COVID-19 Vaccine in Young Kids: What to Know
Children as young as 6 months old can now receive the COVID-19 vaccine. Learn more about the vaccine's safety and effectiveness from UPMC. Read More
Categorized as: COVID-19, COVID-19 Vaccination
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Can Pulmonary Rehab Benefit COVID-19 Patients?
COVID-19 can cause short-term or long-term lung and breathing problems. Some patients may benefit from pulmonary rehabilitation. Read More
Categorized as: COVID-19