Search Results for: smoker
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Podcast
UPMC HealthBeat Podcast: Can You Start Cosmetic Treatments Too Soon?
Guy Stofman, MD, discusses how the pandemic helped to spark an increased demand for cosmetic treatments. Learn more.Listen Now
Categorized as: UPMC HealthBeat Podcast
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Article - 6 Minute Read
Does My Child Have an Ear Infection?
Ear infections are common in babies and toddlers, but that doesn't mean they're pleasant. Here's what you need to know if your child has an ear infection.Read More
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Pediatrics
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Article - 6 Minute Read
How Long Is a Cold Contagious?
How long is a cold contagious: how it spreads, prevention, what helps a cold, when should you see a doctor?Read More
Categorized as: Cold and Flu, Health Topics A-Z
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Article - 4 Minute Read
Should You Take Aspirin Every Day?
Daily aspirin might prevent a heart attack in some people, but it's not right for everyone. Learn who can benefit from it most and why others shouldn't take it.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Heart and Vascular Health
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Article - 3 Minute Read
Doug’s Story: Back on Course After Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm
After Doug felt back pain, doctors discovered he had a large abdominal aortic aneurysm. He received treatment at UPMC Harrisburg and recovered.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Heart and Vascular Health, UPMC Stories
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Article - 4 Minute Read
Can Living Donation Impact Fertility?
Learn how living organ donation can affect your fertility and how to have a healthy pregnancy after donating or receiving an organ.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Pregnancy and Childbirth, Transplant
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Article - 4 Minute Read
Is Coffee Bad For you?
Is coffee good for you or bad for you? What about caffeine? Learn more about the potential health benefits of coffee.Read More
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Nutrition
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Article - 5 Minute Read
Primary Care and Annual Screenings: Why They’re Important
Visiting your primary care physician regularly and keeping up with health screenings is an important step to take in caring for yourself.Read More
Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness
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Article - 2 Minute Read
Understanding the Stigma of Lung Cancer
Lung cancer is common, but many people view it as a "smoker's disease." It's important to understand and fight against this stigma.Read More
Categorized as: Cancer Care, Health Topics A-Z, Lung Cancer