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 Calm Down During and After a Panic Attack

January 4, 2022

What you can do after a panic attack to calm down and get back to normal. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Western Behavioral Health
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Mental Health
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How to Choose the Right Eyeglasses

January 3, 2022

Looking for new eyeglasses? We have tips on which eyeglass frames would be most comfortable and best suited to your lifestyle and face shape. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Vision Institute
Categorized as: Eye Health, Health Topics A-Z
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Pee When You Sneeze? You May Have Stress Incontinence

January 3, 2022

Women who leak urine when they sneeze, cough, or laugh may have a condition called stress incontinence. Learn more. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Urology
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Urology
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Answers to Common Questions About Cancer Clinical Trials

December 30, 2021

Cancer clinical trials are essential to improving care for all people with cancer. Find out more about how trials work and how to enroll. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Hillman Cancer Center
Categorized as: Cancer Care, Health Topics A-Z
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Ed’s Story: Double Amputee Conquers Goals and Steps

December 29, 2021

After undergoing a second below-the-knee leg amputation, Ed Carney knew exactly where to go for his therapy — “back home" to the UPMC Rehabilitation Institute's inpatient rehab unit at UPMC East. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Rehabilitation Institute
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Rehabilitation, UPMC Stories
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How to Heal Shin Splints

December 27, 2021

If you've ever gone running and felt an intense pain along your shin bone, you may have experienced shin splints. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Sports Medicine
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Lydia’s Story: Determined Soccer Star Reaches Her Goal

December 23, 2021

Soccer athlete Lydia didn't let an ACL injury slow down her stride. Our experts got her back on the field. Here's her story. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Sports Medicine
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Sports Medicine
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Coping With Loss From Suicide

December 23, 2021

When someone you know dies by suicide, it can leave more than a void in your life. The aftermath of a suicide can take a toll on your mental and physical health. During this challenging time, it's important to process what you're feeling. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Western Behavioral Health
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Mental Health
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UTI and Older Adults

December 22, 2021

Urinary tract infections are common in older adults, and symptoms are different than in younger people. Here's what you should know about UTIs in the elderly. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Urology
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Urology
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