Search Results for: prevention
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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
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What You Need to Know About the Mediterranean Diet
Wondering why the Mediterranean diet is healthy? It's famous for heart health but offers other benefits too. Learn if it's right for you and how to start.Read More
Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health, Living and Wellness, Nutrition
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What Is Neurorehabilitation?
Neurorehabilitation is a therapy program for people with trauma or conditions of the nervous system that can help them regain function and independence.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Rehabilitation
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Lung Cancer in the LGBTQIA+ Community
Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer death in the United States, responsible for one in five cancer deaths. However, some people have a higher risk of lung cancer than others.Read More
Categorized as: Cancer Care, Health Topics A-Z, Lung Cancer
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Why PA Poison Center Digital Modernization Is Needed Now
Each year, U.S. poison centers field more than two million calls. The Pittsburgh Poison Center alone receives nearly 50,000 of those calls. With the help of on-call clinical toxicology nurse specialists, pharmacists, and physician toxicologists, the center prevents serious complications or unnecessary hospital visits in 93% of calls.Read More
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Policy and Advocacy
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Ways to Soothe an Upset Stomach
If you have an upset stomach, you may wonder what caused it. Was it the pizza you ate last night or the new medication you've started?Read More
Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness
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Common Places Household Germs Are Hiding
Your home can harbor germs that can make your family — especially if someone is already ill. Here's how to disinfect key areas to help keep everyone healthy.Read More
Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness