COVID-19

A new type of coronavirus, first discovered in China in late 2019, has sickened millions and caused a worldwide pandemic. The World Health Organization named the disease caused by this novel virus COVID-19.

For many, the disease has altered nearly every aspect of daily life — shuttering schools, workplaces, and large gatherings indefinitely. As you grapple with the new reality caused by COVID-19, your health has never been more critical.

The experts at UPMC share information on how to help slow the spread of COVID-19, stay safe when traveling in public, and make the most of your wellness while you are at home.

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    UPMC Doctor Leads Endobronchial Valve Research

    Frank Sciurba, MD, medical director of UPMC’s Pulmonary Physiology Laboratory, has been at the forefront of research on the devices and their effectiveness.Read More

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    UPMC Doctor Leads Endobronchial Valve Research

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    New Hope for Heart Transplants

    UPMC heart transplant surgeons are at the forefront of research to narrow the gap of available organ donors. Their goal is to decrease the number of people who die each year waiting for an organ transplant.Read More

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    New hope for those in need of a heart transplant.

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