Search Results for: hypertension
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Health Equity Q&A with Johanna Vidal-Phelan, MD
Dr. Johanna Vidal-Phelan, the chief medical officer of Quality in UPMC's Insurance Services Division, discusses health disparities and more issues.Read More
Categorized as: Health Equity, Living and Wellness
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Sleep Issues and Obesity: What’s the Connection?
If you have obesity and struggle with sleep issues, you may wonder — are the two related? Learn more from the experts at UPMC.Read More
Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness
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What Is Eye Pressure?
Eye pressure is the measurement of fluid pressure inside your eye. If it is too high, it can damage your optic nerve and lead to glaucoma.Read More
Categorized as: Eye Health, Health Topics A-Z
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Health Benefits of Spinach
Spinach is a superfood dense with vitamins, potassium, calcium, and fiber. Including it in your diet holds a host of health benefits.Read More
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Nutrition
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Surgical and Medical Weight Loss Options Q&A With Dr. Justin Rosenberger and Samantha Hionis, NP
For those struggling with obesity, UPMC's Weight Management Center offers both non-surgical and minimally invasive surgical options.Read More
Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness
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What to Know About Rheumatic Disease in Pregnancy
A rheumatic disease adds challenges to pregnancy. Learn about rheumatic disease in pregnancy and how to keep yourself and your baby healthy.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Pregnancy and Childbirth
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COVID-19 and Stroke: What to Know
Some people are at a higher risk of stroke after COVID-19. Learn about causes, risk factors, and ways you can prevent stroke after COVID-19.Read More
Categorized as: COVID-19
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COVID-19 and Lung Transplantation: Know the Facts
In rare instances, lung damage from COVID-19 can become irreversible, which may require a single or double lung transplant. Learn more.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Transplant
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Saving Janet’s Leg: Vascular Surgery at UPMC Passavant
Learn about how UPMC Passavant's limb salvage program saves lives, including patient Janet C. of Mercer County.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Heart and Vascular Health, UPMC Stories