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Headaches vs. Migraines – What’s the Difference?
Migraines and headaches are similar in many ways. Learn about the key differences between the two and the treatment options for each.Learn More
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Neurosurgery and Brain Health
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Article - 4 Minute Read
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
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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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Article - 6 Minute Read
Sarah’s Story: How the UPMC Sports Medicine Concussion Program Changed the Life of an Oscar-Winning Writer and Director
Learn how Oscar winning screenwriting-director Sarah Polley made a full recovery from crippling concussion symptoms after receiving care at the UPMC.Read More
Categorized as: Concussion, Health Topics A-Z, Sports Medicine
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What’s the Difference Between Food Allergy and Intolerance?
Is your persistent belly pain and bloating from food allergies or food intolerances? Both can cause a physical reaction after eating certain foods, so it’s easy to confuse the two. But there are significant differences between food allergies and intolerances. Here’s a comparison between food allergies and intolerances, including what causes them and how you…Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Living and Wellness
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What Are Cluster Headaches?
Cluster headaches are one of the most severe types of headaches. Learn more about cluster headaches from the experts at UPMC.Read More
Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness
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Can Weather Changes Trigger Headaches?
For some people, weather changes may trigger a headache or migraine. They may also make your headache or migraine worse. Learn more.Read More
Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness
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Article - 6 Minute Read
What Is ‘Medication Fog’?
Sometimes a medication you're taking can cause you to experience brain fog. You might feel like you can't think straight. Learn more.Read More
Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness
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Take Control of Low Back Pain: Q&A with Steven Agabegi, MD
Discover treatment options available for acute and chronic low back pain from Steven Agabegi, MD, an orthopaedic spine surgeon.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Spine Health