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How to Properly Treat Minor Cuts and Scrapes
You can treat most minor cuts at home. Here's what you need to know about tackling this common first aid job — and when you should call the doctor.Read More
Categorized as: Family Health, Health Topics A-Z, Living and Wellness
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How to Treat Acid Reflux at Home
If the burning pain of acid reflux keeps you up at night, these home remedies can help. Learn what causes it and how to treat acid reflux at home.Read More
Categorized as: Family Health, Health Topics A-Z
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How Long Does It Take Antidepressants to Work?
How long does it take antidepressants to work: why it takes so long, side effects, how can you tell your antidepressant is working, when to call your doctorRead More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Mental Health
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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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What’s the Difference Between Food Allergy and Intolerance?
Is your persistent belly pain and bloating from food allergies or food intolerances? Both can cause a physical reaction after eating certain foods, so it’s easy to confuse the two. But there are significant differences between food allergies and intolerances. Here’s a comparison between food allergies and intolerances, including what causes them and how you…Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Living and Wellness
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Chuck’s Story: Recovery and Rehab After Ischemic Stroke
Chuck D. recovered from a stroke at UPMC Outpatient Center in Lock Haven. "I came to, but I couldn't move," says Chuck. "My wife called 911. That's how this nightmare started."Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Rehabilitation
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50 Phenoms: How Annette Beat Devastating Odds After a Traumatic Brain Injury
Annette suffered a severe brain injury after a fall at her home in 2012. Learn how emergency surgery, rehabilitation, and her own optimism helped her recover.Watch Now
Categorized as: Ryan Shazier's 50 Phenoms, UPMC Stories
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Edible Marijuana Poisoning in Children: What to Know
The number of marijuana edible exposures in children increased drastically in recent years. Consuming edibles can have dangerous effects on kids. Learn more.Read More
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Pediatrics
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Responding to Violence and Discrimination if You’re LGBTQIA+
LGBTQIA+ people face higher rates of discrimination than the general population. Learn ways you can get the care you need when that happens.Read More
Categorized as: LGBTQIA+ Health, Living and Wellness