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What Caregivers Can Expect After Liver Transplant
Caring for a loved one after liver transplant is challenging and rewarding. Here's what you should know if you're in the caregiver role after this surgery.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Liver Transplant, Transplant
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Understanding GFR for Transplant Patients
Kidney transplant can save your life if your GFR shows you're in kidney failure. If you've had a transplant, GFR shows if your body has accepted the new kidney.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Kidney Transplant, Transplant
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How Long Does it Take to Recover from Vaginal Delivery?
Your recovery after vaginal delivery can depend on several factors, but here are some things you can expect and the typical length of time it takes to recover.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Pregnancy and Childbirth
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Podcast
UPMC HealthBeat Podcast: LGBTQIA+ Advance Care Planning
Advance care planning is important for everyone, especially members of the LGBTQIA+ community. Learn more by listening to our podcast.Listen Now
Categorized as: UPMC HealthBeat Podcast
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Tips to Remember Taking Medication
If you struggle with how to remember medications or don't take your medications as prescribed, you're not alone. Learn helpful tips.Read More
Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness
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Addiction in the LGBTQIA+ Community: Understanding Substance Abuse
LGBTQIA+ substance use is higher than in the straight population because of greater stigma, discrimination, trauma, stress, and mental health issues.Read More
Categorized as: LGBTQIA+ Health, Living and Wellness
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The Connection Between Trauma and Mental Health in the LGBTQIA+ Community
LGBTQIA+ people may face discrimination and harassment in many areas of life. Here are some types of everyday situations that are harmful to LGBTQIA+ mental health.Read More
Categorized as: LGBTQIA+ Health, Living and Wellness
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Health Care Guide for Young Adults
We’re here to make sure you’re able to get the care you need when you need it. Here’s your guide to health care as a young adult.Learn More
Categorized as: Living and Wellness
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Barriers to Care: Addressing Breast Cancer in the LGBTQIA+ Community
LGBTQIA+ breast cancer risk is higher than in straight people, but resources for LGBTQIA+ support are available.Read More
Categorized as: Breast Cancer, Cancer Care, Health Topics A-Z, LGBTQIA+ Health, Living and Wellness