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    Harnessing the Power Within: Immune Transplant and Therapy

    September 6, 2018

    UPMC and the University of Pittsburgh are collaborating on an innovative effort to transform the way the world thinks about immunotherapy. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by UPMC

    Categorized as: Transplant

    Tagged with: immunotherapy

    Learn more about how UPMC is advancing immunotherapy
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    UPMC and the University of Pittsburgh: Advancing the Science of Immunotherapy

    February 14, 2018

    UPMC will invest $200 million in the development of the UPMC Immune Transplant and Therapy Center. Learn more Watch Now

    Medically Reviewed by UPMC

    Categorized as: Living and Wellness

    Tagged with: advancements in medicine, immunotherapy, UPMC

    Learn more about advances in immunotherapy, lead by UPMC
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    Head and Neck Cancer Treatment: New Approaches

    June 20, 2015

    There are multiple treatment options available for patients with head and neck cancer. Find out how we determine the right treatment for you. Learn More

    Categorized as: Cancer Care, Health Topics A-Z

    Tagged with: cancer, chemotherapy, head and neck cancer, head and neck cancer treatment, immune therapy, immunotherapy, medical mondays, radiation, surgery, thyroid cancer, thyroid cancer treatment

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    Allergies Affect More Than 40 Percent of Children

    February 28, 2015

    Allergies affect over 40 percent of children today. Learn more about allergies, their symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment options for your children. Learn More

    Categorized as: Family Health

    Tagged with: allergens, allergies, blood test, challenge test, Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh of UPMC, immunotherapy, itch, rash, skin tests, Todd Green MD

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    What Do I Do if My Child Has Allergies?

    November 21, 2014

    Learn more about common allergens, the causes and symptoms of allergies, and the best treatment options for children. Learn More

    Categorized as: Pediatrics

    Tagged with: allergen, Allergic disorders, allergic reaction, allergies, allergy, allergy shots, anaphylaxis, Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh of UPMC, hives, immunotherapy, pediatrics, pulmonary medicine, runny nose, seasonal allergy, spring allergy symptoms

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  • Article - 2 Minute Read

    Toronto Mayor Rob Ford Diagnosed with Liposarcoma

    September 26, 2014

    Toronto mayor Rob Ford was recently diagnosed with liposarcoma, a rare form of cancer. Learn more about this disease, its symptoms, and prognosis. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by Adult Congenital Heart Disease Center

    Categorized as: Cancer Care

    Tagged with: cancer, chemotherapy, Hussein Tawbi, immunotherapy, liposarcoma, pleomorphic, radiation therapy, Rob Ford, Sarcoma Program, Toronto, University of Pittsburgh Cancer Institute, UPCI

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