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Scientists in Pittsburgh have created a potential vaccine that could completely neutralize SARS-CoV-2, the novel coronavirus that causes COVID-19. A group of researchers from UPMC and the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine calls the vaccine PittCoVacc, short for Pittsburgh Coronavirus Vaccine. When tested in mice, the vaccine produces antibodies specific to SARS-CoV-2 in quantities… Watch Now
Scientists are using an antibody component to create a drug, Ab8, that could be used to treat and prevent COVID-19. Watch Now
The next era of modern medicine requires unconventional thinking. Gain insight into UPMC’s novel approach. Read More
UPMC Passavant–McCandless is the first hospital in the Pittsburgh area to use the Monarch™ robotic bronchoscopy system. Read More
UPMC Hillman Cancer Center is one of the few cancer centers in the country to offer TECARTUS™. Read More
A leading UPMC physician discusses efforts underway in Pittsburgh to develop and test potential COVID-19 vaccines. Read More
Only a handful of hospitals in the country offer an innovative procedure known as HIPEC to treat rare forms of cancer. Read More
UPMC is enrolling participants in a trial of a COVID-19 vaccine candidate. Read More
UPMC has developed a novel approach to fast-tracking clinical trials for COVID-19 therapies. Watch Now
