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Article - 4 Minute Read
United States Reaches One Million Organ Transplants
In September 2022, the Organ Procurement and Transplantation Network (OPTN) announced that the U.S. has performed one million organ transplants, more than any country in the world.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Transplant
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Article - 3 Minute Read
Brain Aneurysms Symptoms and Treatment
A brain aneurysm (also known as a cerebral aneurysm) is a bulging, weakened area in the blood vessel wall. Know the symptoms.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Neurosurgery and Brain Health
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Article - 6 Minute Read
What are Examples of Occupational Therapy?
Occupational therapy helps individuals of all ages improve, learn, or maintain the ability to perform everyday tasks. Learn more.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Rehabilitation
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Article - 2 Minute Read
Can You Wear Contacts With Astigmatism?
For people with astigmatism, contacts can improve eyesight and offer a wider field of vision than glasses. Learn about the best contact lenses for astigmatism.Read More
Categorized as: Eye Health, Health Topics A-Z
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Article - 3 Minute Read
What Are Eye Floaters?
Seeing eye floaters is normal. But are there times when you should see a doctor? Here's what you need to know.Read More
Categorized as: Eye Health, Health Topics A-Z
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Article - 5 Minute Read
Health Disparities Q&A with Aaron Taylor, MD
Aaron Taylor, MD, joined UPMC Mercy's Division of Trauma in 2020 as an orthopaedic trauma surgeon. Learn more.Read More
Categorized as: Health Equity, Living and Wellness
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Podcast
UPMC HealthBeat Podcast: Weight Loss Surgery
For some patients, it may be the last resort to improve their health. Anita Courcoulas, MD, Director of the UPMC Bariatric Center, explains who is a good candidate for weight loss surgery and what patients is should consider.Listen Now
Categorized as: UPMC HealthBeat Podcast
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Article - 5 Minute Read
Why High Surgical Oncology Volumes Matter
There is a well-established link between a hospital's and surgeon's surgical volumes and patient outcomes. Learn more from UPMC.Read More
Categorized as: Cancer Care, Health Topics A-Z
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Podcast
UPMC HealthBeat Podcast: Baby’s First Trips to the Doctors
A new baby means lots of trips to the doctor in the first two years. Pamela Schoemer, MD from UPMC Children’s Community Pediatrics explains why the visits are important and what you can expect.Listen Now
Categorized as: UPMC HealthBeat Podcast