Search Results for: spring
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Article - 8 Minute Read
COVID-19 and the 2023-24 Flu Season: What to Know
With COVID-19 still around and respiratory virus season approaching, vaccination and other preventive efforts are important. Learn more.Read More
Categorized as: COVID-19, Living and Wellness
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Article - 4 Minute Read
Understanding ‘Chroming’: A Dangerous Social Media Trend
Chroming refers to inhaling chemical-based products — specifically metallic paints — to get high. It can have dangerous, life-threatening effects. Learn more.Read More
Categorized as: Family Health, Health Topics A-Z, Living and Wellness, New Here, Pediatrics
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What Is Human Metapneumovirus?
hMPV is a common respiratory virus that scientists in the Netherlands identified in 2001. It is in the pneumoviridae family along with RSV.Read More
Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness
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Article - 4 Minute Read
Is Seltzer Water Bad for You?
Learn about the different kinds of carbonated water, whether carbonated water is good for you, and the health benefits of seltzer water.Read More
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Nutrition
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Article - 5 Minute Read
Signs of Seasonal Allergies in Kids
Seasonal allergies often start in childhood and increase with age and more exposure to allergens. Learn more.Read More
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Pediatrics
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Article - 5 Minute Read
Addiction in the LGBTQIA+ Community: Understanding Substance Abuse
LGBTQIA+ substance use is higher than in the straight population because of greater stigma, discrimination, trauma, stress, and mental health issues.Read More
Categorized as: LGBTQIA+ Health, Living and Wellness
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Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR): Ron Foster’s Story
To date, UPMC has performed more than 2,000 TAVR procedures in central Pennsylvania. Learn about Ron's TAVR story.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Heart and Vascular Health
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50 Phenoms: How Brain Surgery Saved Ex-Pro Wrestler Chris Hahn
Chris was a professional wrestler who dealt with severe headaches and other symptoms caused by a brain tumor. Learn about his care at UPMC.Watch Now
Categorized as: Ryan Shazier's 50 Phenoms, UPMC Stories
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Article - 6 Minute Read
Ella’s Story: Making History After Back-to-Back Knee Injuries
Ella overcame two separate knee injuries to return to soccer and make history. Learn about her injuries and her treatment at UPMC.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Sports Medicine