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Article - 5 Minute Read
Eating Again After the POEM Procedure
Art West is enjoying eating once more, thanks to the POEM procedure, a new minimally invasive endoscopic treatment offered at UPMC Passavant–McCandless. Read More
Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness
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Podcast
UPMC HealthBeat Podcast: Cooking for One
Just because you live alone, it doesn’t mean you can’t eat healthy meals. UPMC Dietitian Emily Stasko, MPH, RD, LDN, shares some easy options. Listen Now
Categorized as: UPMC HealthBeat Podcast
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Article - 5 Minute Read
What You Need to Know About ALS (or Lou Gehrig’s Disease)
Find out about ALS symptoms, what causes ALS, and treatments and research happening at the UPMC ALS Center of Excellence. Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Neurosurgery and Brain Health
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Article - 3 Minute Read
Meet UPMC Children’s Hospital Physician Dr. Amy Jean
Amy Jean, MD, is a pediatric endocrinologist with UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh. She has a passion for connecting with and empowering families. Read More
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Pediatrics
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Article - 5 Minute Read
Why You Should Travel to UPMC for Colon and Rectal Surgery
UPMC's Division of Colon and Rectal Surgery offers expert care for colorectal cancer and other disorders. Learn the services we provide for traveling patients. Read More
Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness
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Article - 5 Minute Read
REM Sleep Behavior Disorder: Symptoms, Causes, & Treatment
REM sleep behavior disorder is a rare but serious sleep problem. Many people who have it go on to develop Parkinson's disease. Here's what you need to know. Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Sleep Health
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Article - 4 Minute Read
What Causes Recurrent Kidney Stones?
Learn about the causes of recurrent kidney stones, their symptoms, and how to avoid them from UPMC. Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Urology
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Article - 3 Minute Read
What Are the First Signs of Kidney Cancer?
Learn about the first signs of kidney cancer, early detection, risk factors, treatment options, and more from UPMC. Read More
Categorized as: Cancer Care, Health Topics A-Z, Urology
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Article - 5 Minute Read
Mental Health Needs of Children in Foster Care
Children in foster care often have mental health issues that stem from trauma. Here's what foster parents — or those considering fostering — need to know. Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Mental Health