Search Results for: Americans
-
Article - 6 Minute Read
Glaucoma: Know the Risks to Protect Your Vision
Glaucoma is a group of eye problems that can damage the optic nerve and lead to progressive or abrupt vision loss.Read More
Categorized as: Eye Health, Health Topics A-Z
-
Article - 4 Minute Read
Understanding ‘Chroming’: A Dangerous Social Media Trend
Chroming refers to inhaling chemical-based products — specifically metallic paints — to get high. It can have dangerous, life-threatening effects. Learn more.Read More
Categorized as: Family Health, Health Topics A-Z, Living and Wellness, New Here, Pediatrics
-
Article - 4 Minute Read
Is Seltzer Water Bad for You?
Learn about the different kinds of carbonated water, whether carbonated water is good for you, and the health benefits of seltzer water.Read More
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Nutrition
-
Article - 7 Minute Read
How to Avoid Added Sugars in Your Diet
Added sugars do not occur naturally in food and drink and are added during preparation. Reducing added sugar intake can be one part of a healthier lifestyle.Read More
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Nutrition
-
Article - 4 Minute Read
What Is Aging in Place?
Many seniors choose to live independently. Find out why aging at home is important, and how to help a loved older adult stay safe and healthy.Read More
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Senior Health
-
Article - 7 Minute Read
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
-
Article - 8 Minute Read
Health Equity Q&A: Pennsylvania Rep. Arvind Venkat, MD
Pennsylvania Rep. Arvind Venkat, MD, an emergency physician, discusses health disparities that affect people in Pennsylvania.Read More
Categorized as: Health Equity
-
Article - 4 Minute Read
LGBTQIA+ and Aging: Living Considerations and More
As people near retirement age, they often start to consider their options for life after work. But members of the LGBTQIA+ community may need some extra considerations.Read More
Categorized as: LGBTQIA+ Health, Living and Wellness
-
Article - 5 Minute Read
Sleep Issues and Obesity: What’s the Connection?
If you have obesity and struggle with sleep issues, you may wonder — are the two related? Learn more from the experts at UPMC.Read More
Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness