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Article - 4 Minute Read
What Causes Recurrent Kidney Stones?
Learn about the causes of recurrent kidney stones, their symptoms, and how to avoid them from UPMC.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Urology
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Article - 4 Minute Read
Is There a Connection Between Cancer and Kidney Disease?
Research indicates both that patients with kidney disease are at greater risk of cancer and that patients with cancer are at greater risk of kidney disease.Read More
Categorized as: Cancer Care, Health Topics A-Z
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Article - 6 Minute Read
Why You Might Need Surgery for Diverticulitis
Diverticulitis requires treatment with diet, medication, and sometimes surgery. Learn more about this condition and who might need surgery for diverticulitis.Read More
Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness
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Article - 6 Minute Read
What Are the Dangers of Obesity?
Obesity and related health conditions are responsible for millions of deaths worldwide each year. Learn about potential treatment options.Read More
Categorized as: Living and Wellness
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Article - 5 Minute Read
Am I Allergic to Ragweed? When Is Ragweed Allergy Season?
You may have a ragweed allergy if you develop eye, ear, nose, or breathing symptoms in the late summer or early fall when ragweed pollen counts are high.Read More
Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness
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Article - 5 Minute Read
Getting a Second Opinion on Colorectal Cancer
If you receive a colorectal cancer diagnosis, consider getting a second opinion. It can verify that your diagnosis and treatment plan are correct.Read More
Categorized as: Cancer Care, Health Topics A-Z
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Article - 3 Minute Read
What Is Magnesium Deficiency?
Magnesium is very important for your body. Having low magnesium levels in your body can prove dangerous. Learn more.Read More
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Nutrition
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Podcast
UPMC HealthBeat Podcast: Navigating the Holidays with Diabetes
How can you navigate the holidays if you have diabetes? UPMC dietitian, Jacquelyn Klunk, MS, RDN, LDN discusses how you can take care of yourself while enjoying some of your favorite holiday foods.Listen Now
Categorized as: UPMC HealthBeat Podcast
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Article - 17 Minute Read
What to Know About Pediatric Living-Donor Liver Transplants
Learn about pediatric liver transplants and how it can save the lives of children with end-stage liver disease.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Liver Transplant, Transplant