Search Results for: blindness
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Corneal Damage and Disease: What Can Be Done for Vision Loss?
Cornea damage and disease sometimes lead to serious vision loss. But a corneal transplant can often restore vision, and stem cell therapy is being researched.Read More
Categorized as: Eye Health, Health Topics A-Z
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What Is Sickle Cell Disease? Learn More About This Genetic Blood Disorder
Sickle cell disease, a group of inherited blood disorders, can prevent red blood cells from carrying oxygen through the vessels. Learn More.Read More
Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness
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The Nine Myths of Syphilis
When researching syphilis it is important to separate the facts from the myths about the disease. Visit UPMC Pinnacle to learn more about the myths of syphilis.Read More
Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness
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Vaccine Myths and Facts: Here Are the Top Reasons to Have Your Child Vaccinated
Is it safe to give a child vaccines? Here's the evidence — and why you should vaccinate your child.Watch Now
Categorized as: Family Health, Health Topics A-Z, Pediatrics
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Measles Virus: What Are the Symptoms? And How Can You Stay Safe?
Measles was once among the most common childhood diseases. Then it disappeared. What is measles, and why is the disease back?Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Pediatrics
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Transforming Vision: Breakthroughs in Ophthalmology
We're launching a new generation of innovations in Opthalmology therapies and care. Here's what you need to know.Read More
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Can You Prevent Glaucoma? 3 Things to Start Doing Now
Glaucoma is frightening because it doesn't often cause symptoms. Learn about your risk factors and how to prevent glaucoma.Read More
Categorized as: Eye Health, Family Health, Living and Wellness
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How to Treat Eye Burns
Corneal burn can result when certain chemicals come into contact with your eyes.Corneal burn, or eye burn, can result when certain chemicals come into contact with your eyes. This painful injury can cause permanent eye and vision damageRead More
Categorized as: Eye Health
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Eye Opening: How Our Eyes Reveal Health Clues
Your eyes can reveal a host of chronic health problems, ranging from HIV to high cholesterol. Learn eye symptoms to watch for with our eye health guide.Read More
Categorized as: Eye Health, Living and Wellness