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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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UPMC Life Changers: Dr. Katie Berlacher Saw a Need for More Diversity in Cardiology. She and UPMC Are Addressing That Need
UPMC cardiologist Katie Berlacher, MD, started the I Look Like a Cardiologist program in an effort to increase diversity in the cardiology workforce.Watch Now
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Heart and Vascular Health, UPMC Stories
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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
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STDs in Older Adults: What to Know About Your Risk
Sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) in older adults are on the rise. Find out why some seniors are at risk for STDs, and when to get tested as an older adult.Read More
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Senior Health
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When to Take Your Child to the ER for Vomiting and Fever
It can be upsetting when your child is vomiting or has a fever. But when is it serious enough to head to the ER? Here's what you need to know.Read More
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Pediatrics
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How UPMC Western Psychiatric Hospital’s Inpatient School Ensures Child and Teen Patients’ Schoolwork Doesn’t Fall by the Wayside
UPMC Western Psychiatric Hospital established its inpatient school in 1990 to help children and teens stay up to date on schoolwork as inpatients.Watch Now
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Mental Health
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How Serious Is a Tumor on the Adrenal Gland?
Learn about adrenal tumors how they vary in type, size, and in the severity of problems they can cause from UPMC.Read More
Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness, Urology
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REM Sleep Behavior Disorder: Symptoms, Causes, & Treatment
REM sleep behavior disorder is a rare but serious sleep problem. Many people who have it go on to develop Parkinson's disease. Here's what you need to know.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Sleep Health
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How Proposed Pennsylvania Legislation Could Save More Lives During a Cardiac Emergency
Pennsylvania Senate Bill 375 would require schools to develop and practice clear cardiac emergency response plans. Learn more.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Policy and Advocacy