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Article - 2 Minute Read
How Vaping Clinics Can Combat Lung Injury and More
Read on for more about the UPMC vaping clinic's mission and the innovative research UPMC is conducting. Read More
Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness
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Jeremiah Fielder-Bailey Survived Two Brain Aneurysms. Now, He’s Focused on the Future
Jeremiah Fielder-Bailey suffered two aneurysms while preparing for work one afternoon. Emergency brain surgery and rehabilitation at UPMC helped him survive. Watch Now
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Neurosurgery and Brain Health
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Article - 4 Minute Read
A Better Way to Prepare for Surgery
Leslie Frazier was awaiting knee surgery when she heard about the UPMC Center for Perioperative Care. The Center for Perioperative Care (CPC) helps people improve their health before surgery. After her first appointment, Leslie knew this program was the right choice for her. Read More
Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness
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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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Article - 3 Minute Read
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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Article - 5 Minute Read
Andrew: Learning to Walk Again After a Hemorrhagic Stroke
Andrew, 35, and his wife were looking forward to the imminent birth of their first child in April 2022 when he collapsed in a seizure onto the floor of his Hampton Township home. Learn more. Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Rehabilitation
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Article - 5 Minute Read
Peer Support: Bringing Humanity into Recovery
U.S. Sens. Tim Kaine and Mike Braun co-sponsored the PEER Support Act to help people who are dealing with mental health and substance use disorders. Read More
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Policy and Advocacy
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Article - 2 Minute Read
Lung Cancer Awareness: Q&A With Dr. Ryan Levy
Ryan Levy, MD discusses treatment options, early warning signs, and what you need to know about lung cancer screening. Read More
Categorized as: Cancer Care, Health Topics A-Z, Lung Cancer
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Article - 5 Minute Read
Why PA Poison Center Digital Modernization Is Needed Now
Each year, U.S. poison centers field more than two million calls. The Pittsburgh Poison Center alone receives nearly 50,000 of those calls. With the help of on-call clinical toxicology nurse specialists, pharmacists, and physician toxicologists, the center prevents serious complications or unnecessary hospital visits in 93% of calls. Read More
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Policy and Advocacy