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Article - 4 Minute Read
Don’s Story: How Radiation Therapy Helped Him After Two Prostate Cancer Surgeries
After two surgeries for prostate cancer, Don underwent radiation therapy at UPMC Passavant–McCandless to kill returning cancer cells. Read More
Categorized as: Cancer Care, Health Topics A-Z
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Article - 3 Minute Read
How Serious Is a Tumor on the Adrenal Gland?
Learn about adrenal tumors how they vary in type, size, and in the severity of problems they can cause from UPMC. Read More
Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness, Urology
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Hanna’s Story: How One High School Basketball Player Made a Comeback After Physical and Mental Challenges
During an away game in her junior season, Hanna went up for a three-pointer and had her feet taken out from under her by a defensive player. Learn more. Read More
Categorized as: Concussion, Health Topics A-Z, Sports Medicine
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Talking to Your Ob-gyn About Your Child-Free Choice
Many people are choosing to be childfree by choice. Read about why you should talk to your OBGYN about your decision to not have children. Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Pregnancy and Childbirth
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Linda’s Story: Improving Her Sight After DOA Diagnosis
Linda Cetra of Pittsburgh's Friendship neighborhood started wearing glasses in the fifth grade, and every year her vision got a little worse. Read More
Categorized as: Eye Health, Health Topics A-Z, Rehabilitation
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Article - 3 Minute Read
Exercising Before, During, and After Pregnancy
Staying physically active is an essential part of any healthy lifestyle. That includes during and after pregnancy. Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Rehabilitation
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Article - 5 Minute Read
What You Need to Know About ALS (or Lou Gehrig’s Disease)
Find out about ALS symptoms, what causes ALS, and treatments and research happening at the UPMC ALS Center of Excellence. Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Neurosurgery and Brain Health
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REM Sleep Behavior Disorder: Symptoms, Causes, & Treatment
REM sleep behavior disorder is a rare but serious sleep problem. Many people who have it go on to develop Parkinson's disease. Here's what you need to know. Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Sleep Health
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How Proposed Pennsylvania Legislation Could Save More Lives During a Cardiac Emergency
Pennsylvania Senate Bill 375 would require schools to develop and practice clear cardiac emergency response plans. Learn more. Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Policy and Advocacy