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Simple Ways to Tell if You’re Overweight or Obese
Many people use the words "obese" and "overweight" casually and interchangeably. But they're medical terms with very different meanings.Read More
Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness
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Understanding Newborn Screenings
Your child will get blood, hearing, and heart screenings after birth. These screenings help doctors identify problems that are best caught early. Find out more.Read More
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Pediatrics
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How to Get More Plant-based Protein
Your body needs protein for good health, but it doesn't have to come from meat. Read on to learn how you can get the protein you need from plant-based foods.Read More
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Nutrition
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UPMC Life Changers: CPR Saves Lives. Dr. Sylvia Owusu-Ansah Is Teaching It to Underserved Communities
Through various initiatives, Sylvia Owusu-Ansah, MD, MPH, has helped to provide CPR training for both children and adults in underserved communities.Watch Now
Categorized as: UPMC Stories
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Prostate and Testicular Cancer in the LGBTQIA+ Community
Men who have sex with men and gay and bisexual men should know their risks of prostate and testicular cancers and how to get screened for these cancers.Read More
Categorized as: Cancer Care, Health Topics A-Z, LGBTQIA+ Health, Living and Wellness
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Is Olive Oil Good For Me? What To Know
Olive oil is made of monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats or “good" fats considered to have heart-healthy properties.Read More
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Nutrition
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Andrew: Learning to Walk Again After a Hemorrhagic Stroke
Andrew, 35, and his wife were looking forward to the imminent birth of their first child in April 2022 when he collapsed in a seizure onto the floor of his Hampton Township home. Learn more.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Rehabilitation
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What You Need to Know About the Mediterranean Diet
Wondering why the Mediterranean diet is healthy? It's famous for heart health but offers other benefits too. Learn if it's right for you and how to start.Read More
Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health, Living and Wellness, Nutrition
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Understanding Your Colonoscopy Results
You might have to wait a few days or weeks to get your colonoscopy results. Learn what happens after a colonoscopy and how to understand your results.Read More
Categorized as: Cancer Care, Health Topics A-Z