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What Is a Nerve Block?
Nerve blocks help people who have acute or chronic pain. They're also used as a local anesthesia. Most are injections, but some are surgical. Learn more.Read More
Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness
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What Is Implantable Collamer Lens (ICL) Surgery?
ICL stands for implantable collamer lens. During ICL eye surgery, your eye surgeon inserts a very thin lens into your eye to permanently correct nearsightedness and astigmatism.Read More
Categorized as: Eye Health, Health Topics A-Z
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Cheryl’s Story: Finding Her Balance After Years of Dizziness
While visiting her grandson at college in November 2021, Cheryl was walking the campus and started to have dizzy spells that would come and go. When she woke up the next morning, the room was spinning, and she could barely get out of bed.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Rehabilitation
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Exercising Before, During, and After Pregnancy
Staying physically active is an essential part of any healthy lifestyle. That includes during and after pregnancy.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Rehabilitation
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Video
Why, When, and How to Wear a Facemask
Wearing a facemask that covers your nose and mouth can prevent the spread of seasonal respiratory viruses like the flu, RSV, and COVID-19. Learn more.Watch Now
Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness
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What Causes Recurrent Kidney Stones?
Learn about the causes of recurrent kidney stones, their symptoms, and how to avoid them from UPMC.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Urology
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Mental Health Needs of Children in Foster Care
Children in foster care often have mental health issues that stem from trauma. Here's what foster parents — or those considering fostering — need to know.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Mental Health
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Podcast
UPMC HealthBeat Podcast: What You Need to Know About Breastfeeding
Breastfeeding brings with it important health benefits for both mother and baby, but it can also come with some challenges. Use these tips.Listen Now
Categorized as: UPMC HealthBeat Podcast
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Broken Ankle FAQs with Jorge Bustillo, MD
How do you know if your ankle is just sprained or broken? When do you need surgery? How quickly do broken ankles heal? Get answers from the ankle expert.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Orthopaedics