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Article - 3 Minute Read
UPMC Doctor Speaks on COVID-19 and Health Care Needs for At-Risk Americans
While much focus has shifted to vaccinations, Americans with disabilities continue to face higher vulnerability to COVID-19. Learn more. Read More
Categorized as: COVID-19, Living and Wellness, Policy and Advocacy
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Article - 1 Minute Read
Why UPMC Supports Pennsylvania Joining the Nurse Licensure Compact
An updated licensure solution for the 21st century, the Nurse Licensure Compact, allows nurses to have one multistate license with the ability to practice in all compact states – via telemedicine or in person. Read More
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Policy and Advocacy
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Article - 8 Minute Read
Dr. Steven Evans Addresses Racial Health Disparities
Dr. Steven Evans, a general surgeon and surgical oncologist, addresses racial disparity in the US health care system. Read More
Categorized as: Health Equity, Living and Wellness, Policy and Advocacy
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Article - 3 Minute Read
The Value of Pennsylvania’s Regional Response Health Collaborative Program
The Regional Response Health Collaborative Program (RRHCP) launched in Pennsylvania in July 2020. Learn more. Read More
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Policy and Advocacy
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Article - 5 Minute Read
Health Disparities Q&A With Representative Austin Davis
Austin A. Davis was the first Black American outside of Pittsburgh to win an elected state office in southwestern Pennsylvania. Learn more. Read More
Categorized as: Health Equity, Living and Wellness, Policy and Advocacy
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Article - 6 Minute Read
Health Disparities Q&A With Dr. Simhan
Hyagriv Simhan, MD, MS, is a leader in promoting increased safety and health care quality for pregnant women. Learn more. Read More
Categorized as: Health Equity, Living and Wellness, Policy and Advocacy
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Article - 2 Minute Read
UPMC Encourages You to Vote: Here’s What You Need to Know for the 2020 Election
As we head into Election Day on Tuesday, Nov. 3, get tips to safely exercise your right to vote. Learn more. Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Policy and Advocacy
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Article - 8 Minute Read
Health Disparities Q&A With Dr. Conti
Tracey Conti, MD, studies health disparities and health care delivery to underserved communities. Learn more. Read More
Categorized as: Health Equity, Living and Wellness, Policy and Advocacy
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Article - 6 Minute Read
Health Disparities Q&A With Dr. Essien
Utibe Essien, MD, MPH, is a physician researcher who focuses on racial/ethnic health disparities in cardiovascular disease care. Learn more. Read More
Categorized as: Health Equity, Living and Wellness, Policy and Advocacy