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How Air Quality Affects Allergies and Asthma
Millions of people suffer from seasonal allergies and/or asthma. One potential cause is indoor and outdoor air quality.Read More
Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness
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Understanding the Stigma of Lung Cancer
Lung cancer is common, but many people view it as a "smoker's disease." It's important to understand and fight against this stigma.Read More
Categorized as: Cancer Care, Health Topics A-Z, Lung Cancer
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How Do Air Quality and Pollution Affect Lung Cancer Risk?
Although smoking and secondhand smoke exposure are still the primary risk factors for lung cancer, nonsmokers are diagnosed with this deadly disease at significant rates, too.Read More
Categorized as: Cancer Care, Health Topics A-Z, Lung Cancer
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Center for Rare Disease Therapy: Giving Hope to Parents of Kids with Rare Diseases
The Center for Rare Disease Therapy at UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh sees more than 200 new patients with rare inborn errors of metabolism each year, and manages care for thousands of patients living with previously diagnosed rare disorders.Read More
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Pediatrics
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UPMC HealthBeat Podcast: Understanding and Treating Seasonal Affective Disorder
Kathryn Roecklein, PhD, of Pitt's Seasonality Research Program explains why seasonal affective disorder symptoms shouldn’t be taken lightly.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Mental Health, UPMC HealthBeat Podcast
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Lithium Ion Battery Safety: Dangers for Children
Button batteries are everywhere around the holidays — and they pose a deadly risk for children who swallow them. Here's how to keep your kids safe this season.Read More
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Pediatrics
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What Is Acute Myeloid Leukemia?
Acute myeloid leukemia (AML) is a cancer that typically begins in the bone marrow. Learn more, including risk factors, symptoms, and treatment options.Read More
Categorized as: Cancer Care, Health Topics A-Z
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Pregnancy After 35: How to Boost Fertility
Some women who try to get pregnant after 35 may find it's harder conceive naturally. Learn how to boost fertility in your 30s with diet and lifestyle changes.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Pregnancy and Childbirth
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How to Clean a Wound
Cleaning a wound properly is the first step in the healing process. Here's the best way to disinfect a wound.Read More
Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness