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UPMC Doctor Speaks on COVID-19 and Health Care Needs for At-Risk Americans

April 7, 2021

While much focus has shifted to vaccinations, Americans with disabilities continue to face higher vulnerability to COVID-19. Learn more. Read More

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Why UPMC Supports Pennsylvania Joining the Nurse Licensure Compact

March 18, 2021

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

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Dr. Steven Evans Addresses Racial Health Disparities

December 24, 2020

Dr. Steven Evans, a general surgeon and surgical oncologist, addresses racial disparity in the US health care system. Read More

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The Value of Pennsylvania’s Regional Response Health Collaborative Program

December 14, 2020

The Regional Response Health Collaborative Program (RRHCP) launched in Pennsylvania in July 2020. Learn more. Read More

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Health Disparities Q&A With Representative Austin Davis

October 26, 2020

Austin A. Davis was the first Black American outside of Pittsburgh to win an elected state office in southwestern Pennsylvania. Learn more. Read More

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Health Disparities Q&A With Dr. Simhan

October 23, 2020

Hyagriv Simhan, MD, MS, is a leader in promoting increased safety and health care quality for pregnant women. Learn more. Read More

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UPMC Encourages You to Vote: Here’s What You Need to Know for the 2020 Election

October 16, 2020

As we head into Election Day on Tuesday, Nov. 3, get tips to safely exercise your right to vote. Learn more. Read More

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Health Disparities Q&A With Dr. Conti

October 16, 2020

Tracey Conti, MD, studies health disparities and health care delivery to underserved communities. Learn more. Read More

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Health Disparities Q&A With Dr. Essien

October 14, 2020

Utibe Essien, MD, MPH, is a physician researcher who focuses on racial/ethnic health disparities in cardiovascular disease care. Learn more. Read More

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