Search Results for: cancers
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Article - 4 Minute Read
Is There a Connection Between Cancer and Kidney Disease?
Research indicates both that patients with kidney disease are at greater risk of cancer and that patients with cancer are at greater risk of kidney disease.Read More
Categorized as: Cancer Care, Health Topics A-Z
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Podcast
UPMC HealthBeat Podcast: What You Need to Know About Breastfeeding
Breastfeeding brings with it important health benefits for both mother and baby, but it can also come with some challenges. Use these tips.Listen Now
Categorized as: UPMC HealthBeat Podcast
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Article - 6 Minute Read
What Are the Dangers of Obesity?
Obesity and related health conditions are responsible for millions of deaths worldwide each year. Learn about potential treatment options.Read More
Categorized as: Living and Wellness
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Article - 4 Minute Read
Is Colon Cancer Hereditary?
Colon cancer can run in families, leading you to wonder about the link between colon cancer and genetics. Learn more about the link and how to reduce your risk.Read More
Categorized as: Cancer Care, Health Topics A-Z
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Article - 17 Minute Read
What to Know About Pediatric Living-Donor Liver Transplants
Learn about pediatric liver transplants and how it can save the lives of children with end-stage liver disease.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Liver Transplant, Transplant
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Article - 5 Minute Read
Understanding Surgery for Brain Tumors
Brain surgeons use advanced surgery techniques to remove brain tumors and help you heal faster. Learn more about brain tumor surgery types.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Neurosurgery and Brain Health
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Here’s Why It’s Important to Know Your Family Health History
Knowing your family health history can help you start screenings earlier and shift behaviors now, often preventing or delaying certain chronic conditions.Read More
Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness
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Article - 8 Minute Read
10 Metabolism-Boosting Foods to Work into Your Diet
Many factors contribute to metabolism. One small factor is your diet. Learn 10 foods that can encourage metabolism.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Living and Wellness, Nutrition
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Article - 5 Minute Read
Cancer Screenings in the Transgender Community
Everyone, including trans people, has an increased risk of cancer as they get older. The earlier doctors find cancer, the sooner they can treat it.Read More
Categorized as: Cancer Care, Health Topics A-Z, LGBTQIA+ Health, Living and Wellness