Search Results for: hypertension
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Article - 4 Minute Read
Understanding the Lung Transplant Process: A Conversation With Dr. Hage
For people with severe lung disease, a lung transplant can save lives — and it's possibly their only treatment option.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Transplant
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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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How to Take Your Blood Pressure at Home: A Step-by-Step Guide
There are many benefits to checking your blood pressure at home. Learn how to check your blood pressure at home with this step-by-step guide.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Heart and Vascular Health
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What Is a Good Blood Pressure: Understanding Blood Pressure Readings
Learn more about what high blood pressure is, why it's a problem, and how to make sense of blood pressure readings.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Heart and Vascular Health
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Malnutrition Symptoms and Treatment Options
If you're experiencing symptoms of malnutrition, talk to your health care provider about testing, treatment, and nutritional guidance.Read More
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Nutrition
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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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Symptoms of Chronic Kidney Disease and Kidney Failure
Kidney disease is common, but the signs are easy to miss. Read about the symptoms of this serious disease.Read More
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Senior Health
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Treating Jackie’s Heart Disease: A Magee-Womens Heart Program Story
Retired UPMC nurse Jackie Stogoski visited the Magee-Womens Heart Program at UPMC Passavant due to chest pain. Now, she walks 13,000 steps a day.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Heart and Vascular Health
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Reasons for Shortness of Breath
Shortness of breath occurs when you can't get enough air into your lungs. It can happen for many reasons. Learn causes.Read More
Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness