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  What Is Thyroid Cancer: Know the Facts

  June 27, 2015

  Thyroid cancer is increasingly common and may present in 4 different types. Learn more about this disease and the cancer treatment options.Learn More

  Categorized as: Cancer Care

  Tagged with: cancer, head and neck cancer, medical mondays, radioactive iodine, thyroid, thyroid cancer

  

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  Health Benefits of Almond Milk

  June 25, 2015

  Almond milk provides a good source of vitamins and promotes strong bones and healthy blood pressure. Learn more about the benefits of almond milk.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by UPMC

  Categorized as: Nutrition

  Tagged with: almond milk, health benefits of almond milk, healthy skin, infographic, kidney disorders, osteoporosis

  

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  Benefits of Coconut Milk That May Surprise You

  June 22, 2022

  Did you know coconut milk can help prevent heart disease and can improve your immune health? Learn the health benefits of coconut milk.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by UPMC

  Categorized as: Nutrition

  Tagged with: coconut milk, health benefits of coconut milk, heart disease, infographic, milk matchup

  

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  How Over-the-Counter Medications Affect High Blood Pressure

  June 17, 2015

  Learn the difference between over-the-counter (OTC) and prescription medicines, and find out why OTC drugs can be risky for people with high blood pressure.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute

  Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health

  Tagged with: blood pressure medicine, high blood pressure, otc medicine, over-the-counter medicine, prescription medicine

  

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  Essential Tips on Staying Active at Work

  May 31, 2015

  For many of us, sitting is a big part of our daily work routines. Get active at work to help you feel and work better while helping prevent diseases.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by Sports Medicine

  Categorized as: Fitness, Living and Wellness

  Tagged with: active; active at work; workplace; hypertension, diabetes, heart disease

  

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  Treatment Options for Varicose Veins

  August 29, 2018

  Are varicose causing pain and irritation in your life? Find out what causes varicose veins and learn how to treat them.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by Vein Center

  Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health, Living and Wellness

  Tagged with: ablation, blood clots, compression stockings, stenting, ulcers, varicose veins, Vein Center

  

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  Cardiac Rehabilitation: An Important Step to Recovery

  May 25, 2015

  When you go home after your heart surgery, it is strongly advised that you join a cardiac rehabilitation (rehab) program. Find out what to expect.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by UPMC

  Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health, Rehabilitation

  Tagged with: after heart surgery, cardiac rehab, cardiac rehabilitation, exercises for the heart, heart surgery recovery

  

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  How Telemedicine is Changing the Health Care Landscape

  May 20, 2015

  Telemedicine is one way that Americans in rural areas are gaining greater access to more doctors and specialized care. Learn more about this innovation.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by UPMC HealthPlan

  Categorized as: Living and Wellness

  Tagged with: telemedicine, virtual health care, virtual visit

  

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  Diarrhea Causes, Treatment, and Symptoms

  May 19, 2015

  Diarrhea is a common health problem for all ages. Learn more about the symptoms and causes of diarrhea, including food poisoning, and how to treat it.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by Digestive Disorders

  Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness

  Tagged with: dehydration, diarrhea, Diarrhea Causes, food poisoning, inflammatory bowel disease, inflammatory bowel syndrome