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When Should I Message My Doctor on My Patient Portal?
Patient portals allow patients to directly and securely message their providers, request medication refills, and make payments with ease.Read More
Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness
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Removing Infected Tissue: The Role of Wound Debridement
If you have a wound that's not healing properly, your doctor may suggest wound debridement. Here's what you need to know.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Rehabilitation, Wound Care
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What Is a UPMC Walk-In Center?
For non-life-threatening injuries and illnesses, a visit to a UPMC Walk-In Center might be right for you. Learn more.Read More
Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness
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Podcast
UPMC HealthBeat Podcast: What Causes Varicose Veins?
Natalie Sridharan, MD, UPMC Vascular Surgeon explains what causes varicose veins, the treatments available and why they may be more than just a cosmetic concern.Listen Now
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Heart and Vascular Health
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Understanding Venous Ulcers
Learn about what venous ulcers are, why they happen, how they're treated, and what you can do to prevent a venous ulcer.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Heart and Vascular Health
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Why Drinking Your Urine Isn’t Good for You
Some people tout the health benefits of drinking your urine, also known as urine therapy. But doing it could cause more harm than good.Read More
Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness
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Understanding Chronic Osteomyelitis: A Type of Bone Infection
Chronic bone infections can occur when an infection spreads from a chronic wound to your bone. Learn more.Read More
Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness
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Ed’s Story: Double Amputee Conquers Goals and Steps
After undergoing a second below-the-knee leg amputation, Ed Carney knew exactly where to go for his therapy — “back home" to the UPMC Rehabilitation Institute's inpatient rehab unit at UPMC East.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Rehabilitation, UPMC Stories
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New Therapy Delivers Pain Relief for Knee Replacements
Discomfort is expected after a knee replacement procedure. For some, a new therapy may help lessen their pain during recovery. Learn more.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Orthopaedics