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Article - 3 Minute Read
Can I Donate a Kidney if I Have Pre-existing Conditions?
Learn more about kidney donation requirements and how pre-existing medical conditions may affect your ability to be a living kidney donor. Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Kidney Transplant, Transplant
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Article - 3 Minute Read
Can Living Donation Impact Fertility?
Learn how living organ donation can affect your fertility and how to have a healthy pregnancy after donating or receiving an organ. Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Pregnancy and Childbirth, Transplant
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Article - 3 Minute Read
What is Ankle Instability and What Can You Do About It?
Ankle instability results from repeated ankle sprains, even minor ones. One of the ways to treat it is with physical therapy. Learn more. Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Orthopaedics
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Article - 2 Minute Read
Lung Transplant Surgery: What You Need to Know
Learn what happens before, during, and after lung transplant surgery, as well as criteria and any lung transplant age limit. Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Transplant
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Article - 2 Minute Read
What Is the Hip Preservation Program at UPMC Orthopaedic Care?
If you have hip problems the Hip Preservation Program at UPMC Orthopaedic Care can help. Learn more from the experts at UPMC. Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Orthopaedics
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Podcast
UPMC HealthBeat Podcast: Treating Anxiety and Postpartum Depression in New Moms
Sarah DeBrunner, MD, a psychiatrist with UPMC Magee-Womens Behavioral Health Services discusses causes of anxiety and depression in new moms. Listen Now
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Mental Health Awareness, Pregnancy and Childbirth
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Article - 6 Minute Read
Kidney Transplant Fertility Resources at UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital
Women who've donated or received a kidney transplant can get pregnant after. Learn what to expect and find resources to help. Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Pregnancy and Childbirth
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Article - 3 Minute Read
What Is Double Lung Transplantation? Eligibility, Recovery, and Survival Rates
Learn more about double lung transplantation, including eligibility, recovery, and lung transplant survival rates. Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Transplant
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Article - 3 Minute Read
Dialysis or Kidney Transplant? The Pros and Cons of Each
If you have end-stage kidney disease, you have treatment options. Learn about the pros and cons of dialysis versus living kidney donation. Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Kidney Transplant, Transplant
Health Topics A-Z
Health Topics A-Z: Discover information on a wide range of health topics from Atrial Fibrillation to the Zika virus. The experts at UPMC are equipped with information on signs and symptoms, treatment and prevention, and everything in between.
Here, you’ll find articles, galleries, and podcasts about mental and physical health, pregnancy, chronic illness, pain management, injury, organ donation, and overall wellness.
Health Topics A-Z includes:
- Breastfeeding Tips for Summer Travel.
- Benefits of Vitamin D and Prenatal Vitamins for Pregnancy.
- Children’s Eye Safety and Health.
- How to Talk to Your Doctor About Overactive Bladder.
- Understanding Depression: Causes, Symptoms, and Resources.
- Facts About Spinal Cord Injury.
- How Concussions Affect Academics.
- How to Treat Common Cold & Flu Symptoms.
- Does Your Anxiety Disorder Cause Migraines?
- Physical Therapy for Liver Transplant Candidates.
- How to Prevent Kidney Stones.
- Does Air Quality and Pollution Affect Lung Cancer Risk?
- Sun Poisoning Dangers: Symptoms, Treatment and Prevention.
- Benefits of Exercise on the Heart and Lungs.
- How Alcohol Affects Your Mind and Body.
