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Article - 5 Minute Read
Why PA Poison Center Digital Modernization Is Needed Now
Each year, U.S. poison centers field more than two million calls. The Pittsburgh Poison Center alone receives nearly 50,000 of those calls. With the help of on-call clinical toxicology nurse specialists, pharmacists, and physician toxicologists, the center prevents serious complications or unnecessary hospital visits in 93% of calls.Read More
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Policy and Advocacy
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Article - 3 Minute Read
Matthew’s Inpatient Rehab Story: Dancing at His Son’s Wedding with a Little Help
In just one year, Matthew Yaras survived a blood infection, cardiac arrest, and the amputation of his lower right leg. Learn about his story.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Rehabilitation
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Podcast
UPMC HealthBeat Podcast: Reducing Mental Health Stigma
Once barely discussed, mental health is becoming an important topic of conversation. Keirston Parham, Lead Recovery and Peer Services Coordinator at UPMC Western Psychiatric Hospital and Western Behavioral Health discusses how to ask for help and how to support someone in need.Listen Now
Categorized as: UPMC HealthBeat Podcast
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Video
How UPMC Western Psychiatric Hospital’s Inpatient School Ensures Child and Teen Patients’ Schoolwork Doesn’t Fall by the Wayside
UPMC Western Psychiatric Hospital established its inpatient school in 1990 to help children and teens stay up to date on schoolwork as inpatients.Watch Now
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Mental Health
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Article - 5 Minute Read
Different Types of IUDs
Learn about the intrauterine device (IUD), an effective form of contraception for those with female reproductive anatomy.Read More
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Women's Health
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Article - 4 Minute Read
Hanna’s Story: How One High School Basketball Player Made a Comeback After Physical and Mental Challenges
During an away game in her junior season, Hanna went up for a three-pointer and had her feet taken out from under her by a defensive player. Learn more.Read More
Categorized as: Concussion, Health Topics A-Z, Sports Medicine
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Article - 5 Minute Read
REM Sleep Behavior Disorder: Symptoms, Causes, & Treatment
REM sleep behavior disorder is a rare but serious sleep problem. Many people who have it go on to develop Parkinson's disease. Here's what you need to know.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Sleep Health
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Article - 5 Minute Read
How to Prevent RSV and Respiratory Illness in Babies
You can take steps to protect yourself from winter germs, but here's how you can also ask others to help protect you and your loved ones from illness.Read More
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Pediatrics
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Article - 4 Minute Read
What Causes Recurrent Kidney Stones?
Learn about the causes of recurrent kidney stones, their symptoms, and how to avoid them from UPMC.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Urology