Search Results for: prevention
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Everything You Need to Know About Lyme Disease and Other Tickborne Illnesses
You may have heard of Lyme disease, but what about Rocky Mountain spotted fever (RMSF), babesiosis, ehrlichiosis, or anaplasmosis?Read More
Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness
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How to Know When You Need Treatment for Flat Feet
Flat feet can damage the tendons as well as joints in the foot, causing significant pain. Find out when to seek treatment and what therapies can help.Read More
Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness
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Thigh Lift (Thighplasty) for Excess Skin After Weight Loss
A thighplasty, or thigh lift, removes excess skin from the inner thigh. People with loose skin after losing a large amount of weight may consider a thigh lift.Read More
Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness
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The Growing Challenge of Workplace Violence Against Nurses: Q&A with UPMC Chief Nursing Officer Maribeth McLaughlin
UPMC Chief Nursing Officer Maribeth McLaughlin discusses the concern of violence against nurses and steps to prevent it from happening.Read More
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Policy and Advocacy
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Benefits of Playing Squash and How to Prevent Injuries
Squash is growing in popularity in Pittsburgh. Learn the benefits of this fun, fast-paced sport, as well as its most common injuries and how to prevent them.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Sports Medicine
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How Much Ibuprofen Can I Take?
Ibuprofen is an effective painkiller, but it's not safe for all. Find out if ibuprofen is for you, how much you can take, and the risks of ibuprofen overdose.Read More
Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness
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Is It Asthma or COPD? Telling the Difference Between These Two Conditions
Asthma and COPD are lung conditions that can cause similar symptoms, but they also have differences. Learn more about how they're alike and different.Read More
Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness
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Benefits of Walking: How a Daily Walk Can Improve Your Health
Taking a daily walk has so many physical and mental benefits. Learn the top 10 reasons, backed by research.Read More
Categorized as: Fitness, Living and Wellness
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Prostate and Testicular Cancer in the LGBTQIA+ Community
Men who have sex with men and gay and bisexual men should know their risks of prostate and testicular cancers and how to get screened for these cancers.Read More
Categorized as: Cancer Care, Health Topics A-Z, LGBTQIA+ Health, Living and Wellness