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Flu Shot Tips: What You Should Know Before and After Getting Vaccinated
The best way to avoid getting the flu is through a flu shot. Here's what you should know about getting one.Read More
Categorized as: Cold and Flu, Health Topics A-Z
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Ryan Shazier’s 50 Phenoms: High School Football Star Turns Injury to Inspiration
A football injury left Baldwin High School's Jay Morrison unable to lift his right arm and ended his football career. But he didn't let it stop him.Watch Now
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Living and Wellness, Sports Medicine, UPMC Stories
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What Are Brachial Plexus Injuries?
The brachial plexus is a nerve network connecting your spinal cord to muscles of the arm. Find out how injuries to this area can affect your arms' function.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Orthopaedics
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Open (Compound) Leg Fracture: Treatment and Recovery
An open or compound bone fracture is a break in which the bone pierces the skin. Learn more from the experts at UPMC.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Orthopaedics
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Who Should and Who Should Not Get the Flu Shot
The flu vaccine is the best way to prevent influenza and serious complications from flu. But there are a few people who need to skip the flu shot.Read More
Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness
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Common Causes of Urinary Incontinence in Women
Did you know that there are many causes of urinary incontinence in women? A few of these are temporary, but all should be evaluated by a doctor.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Urology
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Georgia Marathon Runner Travels for Sports Performance Training: Julie’s Story
Julie, a 54-year-old marathon runner, is an elite member of the Atlanta Track Club Masters Team, completing her marathons in the low threes—that’s just over three hours. After recovering from a hamstring injury that she ran on for about two years, her marathon times were suffering, and Julie was ready to get her times to where they had been prior to injury.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Sports Medicine
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Frequently Asked Questions About Spinal Stenosis
As people age, symptoms such as pain in the lower back and legs become more frequent. One common source of that pain is spinal stenosis. Learn more from the experts at UPMC.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Orthopaedics, Spine Health
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The Most Common Mental Illness: Myths and Facts About Anxiety
Anxiety is one of the most common conditions in the U.S., but there are many misconceptions. Learn the facts about anxiety from UPMC.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Mental Health