Search Results for: electrolytes
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How Cancer Treatment Affects the Kidneys
Kidney cancer directly harms your kidneys . But other types of cancer and some cancer treatments can damage your kidneys, too.Read More
Categorized as: Cancer Care, Health Topics A-Z
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What is Nephrology?
A nephrologist is a doctor who treats diseases and disorders of the kidneys. Here are some of the main disease they treat — plus tests they use for diagnosis.Read More
Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness
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Top 3 Underutilized Performance Foods for Marathoners
Are you preparing for a marathon? Check out the three most-underutilized foods that can boost performance. Learn more.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Sports Medicine
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Health Benefits of Coffee: How Much Should You Drink?
We already know that your first cup of coffee can provide a jolt of caffeine to help get you started each morning. Is it good for you?Read More
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Nutrition
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Children with Fevers: When to Worry?
Does your child have a high fever? Learn the proper steps to identify a child's fever so you know how to respond and when to worry!Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Pregnancy and Childbirth
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Kids and Heat-Related Illnesses: How to Prevent, Recognize and Treat Heat Conditions
Late summer is the time for sports scrimmages, cheerleading practices, and band camps in advance of a new season. It’s also a prime time for heat-related illnesses in children. Here’s a timely refresher on how to prevent heat-related illnesses from happening in the first place. Beat the Heat Tips Drink plenty of water throughout the…Read More
Categorized as: Pediatrics
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Symptoms, Treatment, and Causes of Charley Horses
A charley horse is another name for a muscle spasm. Learn how to prevent this uncomfortable cramping and the common causes of charley horses.Read More
Categorized as: Family Health
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Running Q&A: UPMC Sports Medicine’s Dr. Aaron V. Mares
Running involves more than just hitting the pavement. Learn about staying safe and preventing injuries from Dr. Aaron V. Mares, MD.Read More
Categorized as: Sports Medicine
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Sunburn or Sun Poisoning? Tell the Difference
Learn how to tell the difference between everyday sunburn and more serious sun poisoning with this guide to common symptoms.Read More
Categorized as: Family Health