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Article - 4 Minute Read
Does the COVID-19 Vaccine Work Against Variants?
Several different variants of the coronavirus have emerged. How well do the authorized COVID-19 vaccines protect against them? Learn more. Read More
Categorized as: COVID-19, COVID-19 Vaccination
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Article - 6 Minute Read
The Freemans’ Story: How Monoclonal Antibodies Helped a Married Couple
Married couple Julie and Irv Freeman both received monoclonal antibody treatment after testing positive for COVID-19. The treatment helped them recover. Read More
Categorized as: COVID-19, UPMC Stories
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Article - 7 Minute Read
How Does the COVID-19 Vaccine Affect Immunocompromised People?
The COVID-19 vaccine is safe and effective, but scientists are gathering more data on its impact on immunocompromised people. Read More
Categorized as: COVID-19, COVID-19 Vaccination
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Article - 2 Minute Read
UPMC and Heritage Valley Partner to Improve Access to COVID-19 Treatment
UPMC and Heritage Valley Health System are partnering to make the monoclonal antibody treatment for COVID-19 more widely available on an outpatient basis in western Pennsylvania. Read More
Categorized as: COVID-19
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Article - 3 Minute Read
What Do I Do With My COVID-19 Vaccine Card?
Your COVID-19 vaccine card is a medical record of your vaccination, like your childhood immunization records. Here's what to do with it. Read More
Categorized as: COVID-19, COVID-19 Vaccination
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Article - 4 Minute Read
Talking to a Loved One Who Is Hesitant to Get the COVID-19 Vaccine
How do you have a conversation with a loved one who is hesitant to get the COVID-19 vaccine? Here are some do's and don'ts to open up the dialogue. Read More
Categorized as: COVID-19, COVID-19 Vaccination
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Article - 3 Minute Read
Why Is There a Waiting Period Between COVID-19 Vaccine Doses?
Both the Pfizer and Moderna vaccines against COVID-19 require a few weeks wait between the first and second dose. Here's why. Read More
Categorized as: COVID-19, COVID-19 Vaccination
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Article - 4 Minute Read
How Does the COVID-19 Vaccine Affect Mammograms?
Swollen lymph nodes are a rare side effect of the COVID-19 vaccine and also could affect mammograms. Learn more from UPMC experts. Read More
Categorized as: COVID-19, COVID-19 Vaccination, Living and Wellness, Women's Health
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Article - 5 Minute Read
What Activities Are Safer After COVID-19 Vaccination?
Once you are fully vaccinated against COVID-19, you may begin to resume some of the activities you've had to put off because of the pandemic. Read More
Categorized as: COVID-19, COVID-19 Vaccination