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Preparing for Cancer Surgery: 5 Tips to Get Ready
Cancer surgery is a big deal, but preparation can help you face it. Follow these 5 tips to prepare for cancer surgery.Read More
Categorized as: Cancer Care, Health Topics A-Z
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Prostate Cancer Treatments Continue to Evolve and Improve
At UPMC we continue to evolve and improve our prostate cancer treatments. Learn more about prostate cancer symptoms, diagnosis and the latest treatment options.Read More
Categorized as: Cancer Care, Health Topics A-Z, Prostate Cancer
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What Is Avascular Necrosis of the Hip (AVN)?
Avascular necrosis of the hip (AVN) can be debilitating, causing pain and loss of range of motion. Fortunately, we have several ways to treat this condition.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Orthopaedics
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Treatment Options for Chronic Kidney Disease
More than 37 million Americans (one in seven adults) have chronic kidney disease (CKD), damage to their kidneys that can drastically affect their quality of life. Learn more about treatment options for chronic kidney disease at UPMC.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Kidney Transplant, Living and Wellness, Senior Health, Transplant
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What Is Prostatitis?
Prostatitis is a common ailment in men. Here's what you need to know about the different types of prostatitis, and what to do if you have it.Read More
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Men's Health, Urology
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An Innovative Weapon in the Fight Against Lung Cancer
UPMC Passavant–McCandless is the first hospital in the Pittsburgh area to use Monarch™ robotic bronchoscopy in the fight against lung cancer.Read More
Categorized as: Cancer Care, Health Topics A-Z
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Understanding Your Mammogram Results
Understanding your mammogram results means understanding the standardized BI-RADS mammogram reporting system.Read More
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Women's Health
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How Does a Mammogram Work?
Mammograms work by using low-energy x-rays to examine your breasts for changes. They can detect lumps that are too small for you to feel.Read More
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Women's Health
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Six Things You Need to Know About Lung Nodules and Lung Cancer
Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer deaths worldwide, in part because it has no symptoms.Read More
Categorized as: Cancer Care, Health Topics A-Z, Lung Cancer