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Article - 3 Minute Read
Can Green Powders Really Boost Your Health?
Social media influencers rave about the ease and health effects of green powders. But nutrition experts say these benefits are overblown. Green powders or “superfood” blends contain ground fruits, vegetables, grains, and algae. Similar products include fruit and vegetable supplements. Some include prebiotics, probiotics, or digestive enzymes. They may contain popular herbs like ashwagandha or…Read More
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Nutrition
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Article - 6 Minute Read
How to Use Tech to Improve Your Health and Wellness
From pedometers and GPS watches to sleep and calorie-counting apps, people are using technology to help improve health and wellness. Learn more.Read More
Categorized as: Living and Wellness
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Article - 4 Minute Read
How to Properly Treat Minor Cuts and Scrapes
You can treat most minor cuts at home. Here's what you need to know about tackling this common first aid job — and when you should call the doctor.Read More
Categorized as: Family Health, Health Topics A-Z, Living and Wellness
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Article - 5 Minute Read
Understanding Supraventricular Tachycardia in Infants
Learn more about the causes of supraventricular tachycardia in infants and how to manage your baby's rapid heart rate.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Heart and Vascular Health, Living and Wellness, Pediatrics
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Podcast
UPMC HealthBeat Podcast: Suicide and Grief with Kelly Monk
Coping with the suicide of a loved one is an emotional subject. Kelly Monk talks about steps family members can take to begin the healing process.Listen Now
Categorized as: UPMC HealthBeat Podcast
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Article - 7 Minute Read
Human Skin Substitutes: How Cellular-Based Tissue Helps People Heal
Cellular tissue-based products (CTPs) are substitutes for human skin that may be an option for chronic or nonhealing wounds. Learn more from UPMC.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z
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Article - 5 Minute Read
Do I Need a CPAP Machine?
Do I need a CPAP, what is sleep apnea, how CPAPs work, diagnosis, benefits, side effectsRead More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Sleep Health
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Article - 4 Minute Read
Communication Disorders in Children: Types, Signs, and Causes
Early intervention is key for children with communication disorders. As many as 1 in 12 U.S. children has had a disorder related to voice, speech, and language – and knowing how to tell if your child may need help is the first step. Difficulties in the development of voice, speech, language, or swallowing abilities may…Read More
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Pediatrics
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Article - 4 Minute Read
The Connection Between Autoimmune Disease and Heart Disease
People with autoimmune or inflammatory diseases can take several steps to try to prevent cardiovascular disease.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Heart and Vascular Health