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Pitt-UPMC Team Helps Paralyzed Man Feel Again with Robotic Arm

October 14, 2016

Now, a human is able to experience the sensation of touch via a robotic arm, which is controlled by the brain. Get Nathan Copeland's story. Learn More

Categorized as: Neurosurgery and Brain Health, Rehabilitation
Tagged with: Announcements, News, quadriplegia, University of Pittsburgh, UPMC, UPMC Patients
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Zika Vaccine? Learn About Pitt’s Zika Breakthrough

October 5, 2016

Researchers at the University of Pittsburgh are moving closer to developing a Zika virus vaccine for expecting mothers. Learn More

Categorized as: Women's Health
Tagged with: Birth Defects, infectious disease, pregnancy, University of Pittsburgh, Zika treatment, zika virus
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Common Sports Injuries: Football

July 14, 2015

Football is a high-contact and high-energy sport that can result in injuries. Learn more about these injuries and how to prevent them. Learn More

Categorized as: Sports Medicine
Tagged with: Aaron Mares, Ankle injuries, common injuries, football, injuries, sports medicine, University of Pittsburgh
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3D Brain Imaging Makes a Colorful Road Map for Surgeons

July 29, 2014

Learn how high definition fiber tracking, a powerful new brain imaging technique, maps nerve fibers in the brain to see how millions of them communicate. Watch Now

Medically Reviewed by Neurosurgery
Categorized as: Neurosurgery and Brain Health
Tagged with: brain imaging, brain mapping, brain tumors, cerebral cavernous malformation, Heather Abramovic, hemorrhages, high definition fiber tracking, MRI, neurosurgery, Robert Friedlander, traumatic brain injuries, University of Pittsburgh
Article - 1 Minute Read

Flower Power: Broccoli Packs a Healthy Punch

July 10, 2014

Discover how adding broccoli to your diet can relieve the body of toxins caused by air pollution. Learn how you can easily include broccoli in your meals. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Hillman Cancer Center
Categorized as: Cancer Care, Nutrition
Tagged with: broccoli, cooking ideas, disease prevention, fiber, gardening, garlic, healthy eating, heart healthy, nutrition, organic, University of Pittsburgh, USDA, vegetables, Vitamin C, vitamin K
Article - 1 Minute Read

5 Reasons to Call the Aging Institute

July 10, 2014

Learn how the Aging Institute of UPMC Senior Services and the University of Pittsburgh is a valuable resource for seniors, professionals and caregivers. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Senior Services
Categorized as: Family Health
Tagged with: aging, Aging Institute, caregiver, Caregivers, Division of Geriatric Medicine at the University of Pittsburgh, Graduate Certificate in Gerontology, older adults, SEED Grant Program, seniors, University of Pittsburgh
Article - 2 Minute Read

Women’s Health Tips for Your 20s and 30s

May 14, 2014

Women in their 20s and 30s are constantly on the go. Discover some useful tips maintain a healthy lifestyle during your hectic life. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Orthopaedic Care
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Women's Health
Tagged with: Alzheimer's disease, common diseases, Kirk Erikson PHD, obesity, skin cancer, sports medicine, University of Pittsburgh
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Brightening Lives with Light

January 15, 2014

Learn more about Light Therapy and discover it's use for treating not only seasonal affective disorder but also bipolar depression and other conditions. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Western Behavioral Health
Categorized as: Living and Wellness
Tagged with: agitation, antidepressant, bipolar depression, depression in pregnancy, Dorothy Sit MD, dysregulated circadian rhythms, eyestrain, headache, insomnia, irritation, light therapy, manic episode, mood stabilizer, non-seasonal depression, outdoor ambient light, psychiatry, SAD, seasonal affective disorder, sleep disorders, suicidal thoughts, University of Pittsburgh, Western Psychiatric Institute and Clinic of UPMC
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Inpatient Rehab Technology

December 29, 2013

Learn about the different types of robotics and gaming technologies provided at the UPMC Rehabilitation Institute to help patients with their recovery. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
Categorized as: Rehabilitation
Tagged with: Apple, Armeo®, balance, brain injury, cardiovascular exercise, exercise bike, flexibility, GameCube®, GameCycle, gaming technology, iPad®, Lokomat, multiple sclerosis, neurological disease, Nintendo, rehabilitation, robotic leg supports, robotic treadmill, robotics, spinal cord injury, stationary bicycle, strength training, stroke, University of Pittsburgh, UPMC Rehabilitation Institute