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Article - 6 Minute Read
What Are the Signs of An Infection?
Symptoms of an infection can be minor or severe. Find out how to tell if your body is fighting an infection, can when to seek help from a doctor.Read More
Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness
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What Is Diabetic Vascular Disease?
If you have diabetes, your vascular health is important because diabetes and vascular disease (including heart disease) are connected.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Heart and Vascular Health
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Podcast
UPMC HealthBeat Podcast: The Importance of Eye Exams
Ellen Butts, OD, Director of Optometry and Contact Lens Service at the UPMC Vision Institute, explains why it’s important to do so.Listen Now
Categorized as: UPMC HealthBeat Podcast
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What Is Oral and Topical Chemotherapy?
Not all chemotherapy drugs are given by infusion. Learn more about oral chemotherapy and topical chemotherapy and whether they're right for you.Read More
Categorized as: Cancer Care, Health Topics A-Z
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Article - 4 Minute Read
Elyse’s High-Risk Pregnancy Story
Throughout her high-risk pregnancy, Elyse Wolff received the advanced pregnancy care she needed close to her home north of Pittsburgh.Read More
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Pregnancy and Childbirth
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Does Dehydration Raise Blood Pressure?
You may wonder if dehydration affects your heart health. For example, does dehydration raise blood pressure or lower it? Learn more.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Heart and Vascular Health
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Can Weather Changes Trigger Headaches?
For some people, weather changes may trigger a headache or migraine. They may also make your headache or migraine worse. Learn more.Read More
Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness
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Is It a Sore Throat or Strep Throat?
It's common to get a sore throat from time to time. Nagging, scratchy, or painful symptoms can cause you to wonder: Do I have strep throat?Read More
Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness
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Article - 6 Minute Read
How to Lower Blood Sugar Naturally
Managing diabetes and lowering blood sugar is easier with the right diet and lifestyle changes. Learn the best strategies to naturally lower high blood sugar.Read More
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Nutrition