Search Results for: Epidemiology
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COVID-19: What to Know About the Omicron Variant
The World Health Organization has labeled the Omicron variant of the coronavirus as a variant of concern. Learn more about the variant.Read More
Categorized as: COVID-19
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What Is Acute Myeloid Leukemia?
Acute myeloid leukemia (AML) is a cancer that typically begins in the bone marrow. Learn more, including risk factors, symptoms, and treatment options.Read More
Categorized as: Cancer Care, Health Topics A-Z
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FAQs About the COVID-19 Delta Variant
With Delta spreading, it's as important as ever to protect yourself against COVID-19. Get answers to some frequently asked questions.Read More
Categorized as: COVID-19
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Does the COVID-19 Vaccine Work Against Variants?
Several different variants of the coronavirus have emerged. How well do the authorized COVID-19 vaccines protect against them? Learn more.Read More
Categorized as: COVID-19, COVID-19 Vaccination
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The Freemans’ Story: How Monoclonal Antibodies Helped a Married Couple
Married couple Julie and Irv Freeman both received monoclonal antibody treatment after testing positive for COVID-19. The treatment helped them recover.Read More
Categorized as: COVID-19, UPMC Stories
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What Are the Side Effects of the COVID-19 Vaccine?
Most people who get the COVID-19 vaccine will have only mild side effects, if any at all. Know common side effects and how to soothe them.Read More
Categorized as: COVID-19, COVID-19 Vaccination
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UPMC Hillman Celebrates 30 Years as the Region’s Only Comprehensive Cancer Center
UPMC Hillman Cancer Center is western PA's only Comprehensive Cancer Center designated by the National Cancer Institute. Here's what that means for you.Read More
Categorized as: Cancer Care, Health Topics A-Z
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What Are Monoclonal Antibodies? How Are They Used to Treat COVID-19?
Monoclonal antibodies can help treat COVID-19 infections in people with mild or moderate disease. But what are monoclonal antibodies and how do they work?Watch Now
Categorized as: COVID-19
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What You Should Know About the New COVID-19 Mutation
The U.K. variant of COVID-19 is not some new kind of "super virus" — it is a mutation that has evolved as the virus has reproduced.Read More
Categorized as: COVID-19