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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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UPMC Life Changers: CPR Saves Lives. Dr. Sylvia Owusu-Ansah Is Teaching It to Underserved Communities
Through various initiatives, Sylvia Owusu-Ansah, MD, MPH, has helped to provide CPR training for both children and adults in underserved communities.Watch Now
Categorized as: UPMC Stories
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Lauren’s Story: Dedicated Alpine Skier Back on the Slopes After ACL Injury
During her freshman year in January 2023, Lauren sustained an unexpected injury. Learn about Lauren's journey to UPMC Sports Medicine.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Sports Medicine
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Mark’s Story: Nasal Breathing to Increase Performance and Decrease Stress
Mark, a triathlete and cross country/track coach, went through breathing exercises with Ron DeAngelo at UPMC Sports Medicine to improve his performance.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Sports Medicine
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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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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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Talking to Your Children About Drug Use
Drug use by children and adolescents can cause long-lasting harm. Learn why you should talk to them about drug use and get tips for having a conversation.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Living and Wellness, Mental Health, Pediatrics
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Hanna’s Story: How One High School Basketball Player Made a Comeback After Physical and Mental Challenges
During an away game in her junior season, Hanna went up for a three-pointer and had her feet taken out from under her by a defensive player. Learn more.Read More
Categorized as: Concussion, Health Topics A-Z, Sports Medicine