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The Importance of Supply Chain Diversity in Health Care
UPMC is committed to supporting a range of diverse suppliers. Learn more about the importance of supply chain diversity here. Read More
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Policy and Advocacy
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Q&A: Why Are Advanced Practice Providers Critical During COVID-19?
Advanced practice providers (APPs) are among the most clinically flexible groups of health care professionals. Not only are they the primary health care providers in many community and rural settings, they also have skill sets which make them strategically important in the event of a health crisis, such as COVID-19. With the worldwide spread of… Read More
Categorized as: COVID-19, Health Topics A-Z, Living and Wellness, Policy and Advocacy
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How Telemedicine Is Changing Health Care During COVID-19
Telemedicine refers to the delivery of health care and information through HIPAA-compliant remote technology. It continues to evolve. Read More
Categorized as: COVID-19, Health Topics A-Z, Policy and Advocacy
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The Value of Pennsylvania Poison Centers
The Pittsburgh Poison Center is staffed 24/7/365 by specially trained nurses and pharmacists. Call if you need help with a possible poison. Read More
Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness, Policy and Advocacy
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Everything You Need to Know About Centers of Excellence and Certified Recovery Specialists
Pennsylvania has the third-highest rate of drug overdose deaths in the United States. Learn more from the experts at UPMC. Read More
Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness, Policy and Advocacy
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The Impact of Social Determinants of Health
Social determinants of health have a profound effect on well-being. Learn how affordable housing, access to good food, and public safety tie into health. Read More
Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness, Policy and Advocacy
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Infographic
Understanding Pennsylvania’s State-Based Insurance Exchange
Pennsylvania is joining about a dozen other states that operate their own health insurance exchanges. Learn what this means for Pennsylvanians. View Infographic
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Policy and Advocacy
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Infographic
How CURE Improves the Health of Pennsylvanians
The goal of CURE is to support research that improves the health of Pennsylvanians. It provides funding for health research, hospital care programs, and more. View Infographic
Categorized as: Cancer Care, Living and Wellness, Policy and Advocacy
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Article - 2 Minute Read
The Effects of Opioids on the Body
Opioid abuse has received a lot of attention as it devastates communities across the U.S. It's important that you know the effects of opioids on the body. Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Living and Wellness, Mental Health Awareness, Policy and Advocacy, Safety
