Health Topics A-Z

Health Topics A-Z: Discover information on a wide range of health topics from Atrial Fibrillation to the Zika virus. The experts at UPMC are equipped with information on signs and symptoms, treatment and prevention, and everything in between.

Here, you’ll find articles, galleries, and podcasts about mental and physical health, pregnancy, chronic illness, pain management, injury, organ donation, and overall wellness.

Health Topics A-Z includes:

Breastfeeding Tips for Summer Travel.
Benefits of Vitamin D and Prenatal Vitamins for Pregnancy.
Children’s Eye Safety and Health.
How to Talk to Your Doctor About Overactive Bladder.
Understanding Depression: Causes, Symptoms, and Resources.
Facts About Spinal Cord Injury.
How Concussions Affect Academics.
How to Treat Common Cold & Flu Symptoms.
Does Your Anxiety Disorder Cause Migraines?
Physical Therapy for Liver Transplant Candidates.
How to Prevent Kidney Stones.
Does Air Quality and Pollution Affect Lung Cancer Risk?
Sun Poisoning Dangers: Symptoms, Treatment and Prevention.
Benefits of Exercise on the Heart and Lungs.
How Alcohol Affects Your Mind and Body.

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How to Cope with Anxiety at Night

June 17, 2022

It's hard to know why your anxiety gets worse at night. Many of the things that cause anxiety during the day can also cause anxiety at night. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Western Behavioral Health
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Mental Health
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Musculoskeletal Pain: Causes, Symptoms, Treatment

June 16, 2022

Musculoskeletal pain is a broad term that encompasses any pain of the bones, muscles, tendons, ligaments, and joints. Learn more. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
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Generalized Anxiety in Older Adults

June 15, 2022

Anxiety disorders are the most common group of mental health disorders. 32% of Americans experience any anxiety disorder at some point. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Western Behavioral Health
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Living and Wellness, Mental Health, Senior Health
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Social Media and Mental Health: What’s the Connection?

June 14, 2022

Healthy practices for social media and mental health: problems, social media addiction, and tips for social media use Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Western Behavioral Health
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Mental Health
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Is Homemade Baby Formula Safe?

June 13, 2022

Homemade baby formula recipes have become popular on parenting blogs. But health officials do not recommend using homemade formula. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Magee-Womens
Categorized as: Pediatrics, Pregnancy and Childbirth, Women's Health
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How Parents Can Deal with Infant Formula Shortages

June 13, 2022

What should parents do if they are having trouble finding formula for their baby? Find tips on sourcing formula during the shortage. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Magee-Womens
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Pediatrics, Pregnancy and Childbirth
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Get Yourself Checked: Why Colonoscopies are Important

June 13, 2022

Shashi Kumar, MD, a gastroenterologist at West Mifflin Gastroenterology-UPMC, explains why its important to get a colonoscopy. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Hillman Cancer Center
Categorized as: Cancer Care, Health Topics A-Z
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How Age Impacts Living-Donor Kidney Transplant

June 10, 2022

If you or a loved one are considering a living-donor kidney transplant and have concerns about age, just ask Lew and Gert about their experience. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Transplant Services
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Kidney Transplant, Transplant
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Pinched Nerves: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment

June 9, 2022

Pinched nerves are common in the neck, back, arms, and legs. Causes, symptoms, and treatment of pinched nerves vary. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Orthopaedic Care
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Orthopaedics
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