Search Results for: survivor
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How Non-Invasive Brain Stimulation May Improve Stroke Therapy Outcomes
This new treatment option may be used in rehabilitation centers around the country to help stroke survivors recover more strength and dexterity. Learn more.Watch Now
Categorized as: Rehabilitation
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Giving Back Through Philanthropy: Meet Noelle Conover
After losing her son, Matt, to non-Hodgkin's lymphoma in 2002, Noelle Conover decided to help make a difference and created Matt's Maker Spaces at UPMC.Watch Now
Categorized as: Cancer Care, Family Health, UPMC Stories
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Is There a Connection Between PTSD and Cancer?
PTSD is a condition many people with cancer have to live with in silence. Not much is known about the link, but UPMC is doing more to treat them together.Read More
Categorized as: Cancer Care, Living and Wellness
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Are You Having An Anxiety Attack or A Heart Attack?
People experiencing anxiety and chest pain often fear a cardiac event. Here's how to know whether you're dealing with an anxiety attack or heart attack.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Heart and Vascular Health
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Pilates for Cancer Patients Improves Their Quality of Life
Pilates has a track record helping people with cancer overcome their symptoms. Learn more about this exercise and how it's beneficial.Read More
Categorized as: Cancer Care, Fitness
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What Are the Warning Signs of Cancer Recurrence?
Some cancer survivors experience a recurrence of the disease. Identify the warning signs of cancer recurrence.Read More
Categorized as: Cancer Care
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Coping with Emotions & Finding Support After Mastectomy
Losing a breast causes emotional distress at first. It's normal to feel different and take time adjusting to these body changes. Find tips on how to cope.Read More
Categorized as: Breast Cancer, Cancer Care
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Sexual Confidence After Cancer
Cancer can have an effect on every aspect of your life – including your sexuality. Here are a few ways you can begin to regain your sexuality after cancer.Read More
Categorized as: Cancer Care
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Road to Recovery: Forms of Rehab After Stroke
Inpatient stroke rehabilitation is one way to get the specialized care stroke patients need in order to adapt and recover.Read More
Categorized as: Rehabilitation