Search Results for: insulin
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Article - 5 Minute Read
Do You Know the Warning Signs of Type 2 Diabetes?
Type 2 Diabetes is a metabolic disease where the body's cells become resistant to insulin. Learn more from the experts at UPMC.Read More
Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness
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Article - 3 Minute Read
Calorie-Restricted Fad Diets: Do They Work?
Research shows that crash diets simply don't work in the long term. They can even damage your health.Read More
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Nutrition
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Pregnant? Gestational Diabetes Is Often Misunderstood. Know the Myths from Facts
Gestational diabetes affects as many as 10% of pregnancies. Learn the facts about what does (and doesn't) cause it and how to manage it for a healthy pregnancy.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Pregnancy and Childbirth
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Article - 5 Minute Read
What Causes Missed Periods, Besides Pregnancy?
Wondering, 'Why did I miss my period if I'm not pregnant?' Read about other reasons for missed periods, including stress, obesity, health conditions, and more.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Women's Health
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Article - 3 Minute Read
How to Build a Travel First-Aid Kit
Your travel first-aid kit should include items to treat an injury or illness during your trip. Learn more about what to include from UPMC.Read More
Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness
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Video
UPMC Life Changers: Access to Vision Care Is a Problem in Underserved Communities — UPMC’s Guerilla Eye Service Is Addressing That Need
Guerilla Eye Service provides vision exams and other eye care for underserved communities throughout southwestern Pennsylvania. Learn more.Watch Now
Categorized as: UPMC Stories
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Article - 5 Minute Read
Fasting Before Blood Work? Here’s What You Need to Know.
If your doctor has ordered blood tests, it's helpful to know the rules for fasting before blood work. Learn more.Read More
Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness
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Article - 4 Minute Read
Elyse’s High-Risk Pregnancy Story
Throughout her high-risk pregnancy, Elyse Wolff received the advanced pregnancy care she needed close to her home north of Pittsburgh.Read More
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Pregnancy and Childbirth
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Podcast
UPMC HealthBeat Podcast: Supporting a Child with Diabetes
Pediatric Endocrinologist, Katherine Vu-Boast, MD with UPMC Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh discusses ways parents and families can help a child who’s living with type 1 or type 2 diabetes.Listen Now
Categorized as: UPMC HealthBeat Podcast