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Article - 4 Minute Read
Don’s Story: How Radiation Therapy Helped Him After Two Prostate Cancer Surgeries
After two surgeries for prostate cancer, Don underwent radiation therapy at UPMC Passavant–McCandless to kill returning cancer cells. Read More
Categorized as: Cancer Care, Health Topics A-Z
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Article - 4 Minute Read
Hanna’s Story: How One High School Basketball Player Made a Comeback After Physical and Mental Challenges
During an away game in her junior season, Hanna went up for a three-pointer and had her feet taken out from under her by a defensive player. Learn more. Read More
Categorized as: Concussion, Health Topics A-Z, Sports Medicine
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Article - 4 Minute Read
Linda’s Story: Improving Her Sight After DOA Diagnosis
Linda Cetra of Pittsburgh's Friendship neighborhood started wearing glasses in the fifth grade, and every year her vision got a little worse. Read More
Categorized as: Eye Health, Health Topics A-Z, Rehabilitation
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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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Podcast
UPMC HealthBeat Podcast: Navigating the Holidays with Diabetes
How can you navigate the holidays if you have diabetes? UPMC dietitian, Jacquelyn Klunk, MS, RDN, LDN discusses how you can take care of yourself while enjoying some of your favorite holiday foods. Listen Now
Categorized as: UPMC HealthBeat Podcast
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Article - 3 Minute Read
Walter’s Story: A New Lease on Life After Open Heart Surgery
In June 2023, Walter underwent successful double bypass surgery at UPMC Harrisburg. Learn more about his story. Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Heart and Vascular Health, UPMC Stories
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Article - 4 Minute Read
Henry’s Story: Active Again After Spinal Stenosis
For more than 35 years, recently retired dentist Henry Windle, DMD, had been training for and participating in triathlons. But near the end of 2022, he went from a triathlete to being barely able to walk without falling. Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Spine Health
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Podcast
UPMC HealthBeat Podcast: What You Need to Know about DVT
Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) can be a life-threatening condition. Ulka Sachdev, MD, Co-director of the Vein Center at UPMC Heart and Vascular Institute, discusses causes, the warning signs and what you should discuss with your doctor. Listen Now
Categorized as: UPMC HealthBeat Podcast
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Podcast
UPMC HealthBeat Podcast: Keys to a Good Night’s Sleep
UPMC pulmonologist, Blair Stone, MD, discusses things you can do to get a better night’s sleep. Learn more. Listen Now
Categorized as: UPMC HealthBeat Podcast