Search Results for: medication
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Intermittent Fasting: Does It Work? And Is It Healthy?
It seems like everyone's talking about intermittent fasting, a diet plan known for time-restricted eating and structured meals. Learn more.Read More
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Nutrition
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What May Cause Your Elbow Pain
Elbow pain can make even the simplest tasks feel unbearable. Learn more about elbow pain reasons and how common it can be.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Orthopaedics
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How to Treat Anxiety Naturally
Medication and therapy can help with anxiety. But making some simple lifestyle changes can also help manage this common problem. Here's what you need to know.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Mental Health
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Lung Cancer in the LGBTQIA+ Community
Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer death in the United States, responsible for one in five cancer deaths. However, some people have a higher risk of lung cancer than others.Read More
Categorized as: Cancer Care, Health Topics A-Z, Lung Cancer
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Why PA Poison Center Digital Modernization Is Needed Now
Each year, U.S. poison centers field more than two million calls. The Pittsburgh Poison Center alone receives nearly 50,000 of those calls. With the help of on-call clinical toxicology nurse specialists, pharmacists, and physician toxicologists, the center prevents serious complications or unnecessary hospital visits in 93% of calls.Read More
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Policy and Advocacy
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Radiofrequency Ablation (RFA) For Thyroid Nodules: A Less Invasive Alternative
Those seeking treatment for thyroid nodules now have a less invasive alternative to surgery at UPMC: radiofrequency ablation.Read More
Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness
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What to Know About Vitiligo in Children
Here's what to know about vitiligo in children as well as its causes, types, symptoms, and treatment options.Read More
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Pediatrics
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What Is a Migraine Aura?
What is a migraine aura? Learn the common signs of migraine aura — and when to get help.Read More
Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness
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What Is a Nerve Block?
Nerve blocks help people who have acute or chronic pain. They're also used as a local anesthesia. Most are injections, but some are surgical. Learn more.Read More
Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness