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    Video: Understanding the Different Types of Migraines

    April 4, 2018

    There are several different types of migraines. Learn more about the different causes and symptoms of migraines and how you can find relief. Learn More

    Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Neurosurgery and Brain Health

    Tagged with: headaches, migraine, migraine aura, migraines, severe headache

    Learn more about the different types of migraine headaches
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    Concussion Care: Do Supplements and Over-the-Counter Pain Relievers Help — Or Hurt?

    March 16, 2018

    Learn which supplements and over-the-counter pain relievers can help or hinder your concussion recovery process from the UPMC Sports Medicine program. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by Sports Medicine

    Categorized as: Concussion, Health Topics A-Z, Sports Medicine

    Tagged with: concussion, concussion 101, concussion recovery, concussion symptoms, concussion treatment, creatine, fish oil, headache, headaches, pain, pain medicine, pain relief, resveratrol, sufrinko, supplements, tumeric, vitamins

    Learn more about multivitamins
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    When to See a Chiropractor

    June 2, 2016

    When is it time to call a chiropractor, and what can you expect during your appointment? Learn more with our guide to chiropractic care. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by Center for Integrative Medicine

    Categorized as: Living and Wellness

    Tagged with: adjustment, back pain, chiropractic, chiropractor, headaches, neck pain, sciatica, spinal manipulation

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    How to Handle Nicotine Withdrawal Symptoms

    December 16, 2014

    Because nicotine is an addictive drug, you can expect to deal with some withdrawal symptoms. Learn how to cope and treat these issues during recovery. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by UPMC

    Categorized as: Living and Wellness

    Tagged with: cigarettes, Coughing, emotional changes, headaches, Journey to a Smoke-Free Life, mood swings, nicotine, nicotine withdrawal, recovery, sleep deprivation, sleep disturbances, smoking cessation, smoking withdrawal, withdrawal symptoms

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    How Does Everyday Stress Impact Your Heart?

    November 18, 2014

    Everyday stress can affect your body in different ways, especially your heart. Learn more about the relationship between stress and your heart. Learn More

    Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health

    Tagged with: arrhythmia, Asthma, backaches, blood clots, coronary heart disease, headaches, heart, heart attack, heart disease, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, stress

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    Why Chiropractic Works

    October 30, 2014

    Do you have back pain? A chiropractic adjustment may provide immediate relief. Learn why chiropractic is a safe, pain-free, noninvasive treatment option. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by Center for Integrative Medicine

    Categorized as: Fitness, Rehabilitation

    Tagged with: American Chiropractic Association, back pain, chiropractic, headaches, neck pain, UPMC Center for Integrative Medicine

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    Sleep Zombie? 10 Signs You Might Have Sleep Apnea

    October 20, 2014

    Over 12 million Americans feel the effects from sleep apnea, which can cause serious health problems and even deadly accidents if left untreated. Learn mor Learn More

    Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness

    Tagged with: headaches, insomnia, sleep, sleep zombie, sleepiness, snoring, UPMC Sleep Medicine Center, zombie

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    Back-to-School Eye Care

    September 17, 2014

    Back to school means a lot of things including eye care check ups. Learn the warning signs of pink eye and find some tips for prevention. Learn More

    Categorized as: Eye Health

    Tagged with: American Optometric Association, back to school, conjunctivitis, Double vision, headaches, Scott Drexler, strain

    Back to school eye care
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    Concussions: Academic Accommodations for Students

    April 30, 2014

    Concussions are brain injuries that require the body to rest to heal properly. Learn more about concussions, and academic accommodations for students. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by Sports Medicine

    Categorized as: Neurosurgery and Brain Health, Sports Medicine

    Tagged with: concussion, concussion myths, headaches, injury, Jonathan French PsyD, sports medicine, UPMC Sports Medicine Concussion Program

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