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UPMC Life Changers: CPR Saves Lives. Dr. Sylvia Owusu-Ansah Is Teaching It to Underserved Communities
Through various initiatives, Sylvia Owusu-Ansah, MD, MPH, has helped to provide CPR training for both children and adults in underserved communities. Watch Now
Categorized as: UPMC Stories
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UPMC Life Changers: Dr. Katie Berlacher Saw a Need for More Diversity in Cardiology. She and UPMC Are Addressing That Need
UPMC cardiologist Katie Berlacher, MD, started the I Look Like a Cardiologist program in an effort to increase diversity in the cardiology workforce. Watch Now
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Heart and Vascular Health, UPMC Stories
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Walter’s Story: A New Lease on Life After Open Heart Surgery
In June 2023, Walter underwent successful double bypass surgery at UPMC Harrisburg. Learn more about his story. Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Heart and Vascular Health, UPMC Stories
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One Woman’s Recovery at UPMC Lititz: ‘You Feel Like You Belong’
Discover Christine’s inspiring recovery journey as she found a sense of belonging at UPMC Wound and Hyperbaric Center in Lititz. Read More
Categorized as: UPMC Stories
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Article - 4 Minute Read
Who Is Mr. Yuk®? All About the Mean, Green, Poison-Fighting Machine
The Pittsburgh Poison Center created Mr. Yuk in 1971 to raise awareness about posion prevention. Today, people all over the world use Mr. Yuk stickers. Read More
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, UPMC Stories
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How Prostate Cancer Care at UPMC Helped One Man Get Back to Traveling
After learning his prostate cancer was growing quickly, Ray underwent radiation and hormone therapy at UPMC. Now cancer-free, he's traveling again. Read More
Categorized as: Cancer Care, Health Topics A-Z, UPMC Stories
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How UPMC’s Special Response Vehicle Benefits the Community
UPMC's Special Response Vehicle can transport up to 15 non-ambulatory patients at once during mass casualty events. Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, UPMC Stories
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Art’s Story: How Hip Replacement Surgery Got Him Dancing
Arthritis caused Art severe pain in his left hip and affected his ability to work. He underwent a total hip replacement and feels strong again. Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Orthopaedics, UPMC Stories
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Tre Tipton Struggled with His Mental Health for Years. Now, He’s an Advocate for Others Facing Similar Challenges
Tre Tipton suffered from depression and suicidal ideation for much of his life. Today, he is a powerful mental health advocate. Watch Now
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Mental Health, Ryan Shazier's 50 Phenoms, UPMC Stories