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Deryk’s Story: Back on the Pitch After Two ACL Surgeries
Thanks to the expertise of the orthopaedic surgeons and physical therapists at UPMC Sports Medicine in Pittsburgh, Deryk returned to the soccer pitch. Learn more.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Sports Medicine
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What Is an APGAR Score?
The APGAR score is a measurement of your baby's health in five key categories right after birth: breathing, heart rate, reflexes, skin color, and muscle tone.Read More
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Pediatrics
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KP Parham: Personal Struggle to Peer Support Leader at UPMC
KP Parham transforms lives at UPMC with his own story, leading mental health support and peer recovery with empathy and expertise.Read More
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Policy and Advocacy
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Article - 5 Minute Read
Is It Asthma or COPD? Telling the Difference Between These Two Conditions
Asthma and COPD are lung conditions that can cause similar symptoms, but they also have differences. Learn more about how they're alike and different.Read More
Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness
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What Is Preventive Chemotherapy? How Adjuvant Cancer Care Factors Into Your Treatment
Preventive chemotherapy is a type of adjuvant therapy for cancer. Learn more from the experts at UPMC.Read More
Categorized as: Cancer Care, Health Topics A-Z
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How Vaping Clinics Can Combat Lung Injury and More
Read on for more about the UPMC vaping clinic's mission and the innovative research UPMC is conducting.Read More
Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness
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Article - 5 Minute Read
How to Switch Doctors During Pregnancy: What to Do if You Have Concerns
If you feel unhappy with your prenatal care for any reason, know that it's OK to change doctors. Here's what you need to know.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Pregnancy and Childbirth
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Am I at Risk of Gestational Diabetes?
Gestational diabetes is a dangerous pregnancy complication for you and your baby. Learn what causes gestational diabetes and whether you are at risk.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Pregnancy and Childbirth
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Are Some Types of Alcohol ‘Healthier’ than Others?
Although certain types of alcohol may carry specific health benefits, there is no truly "healthy" type of alcohol. Learn more.Read More
Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness