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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History-Making Cross Country Runner Runs Pain-Free: Mia’s Story

February 22, 2021

High school junior Mia has made history in her cross country career, but it's been far from easy. Luckily, she found proper care at UPMC. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Rehabilitation
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What’s the Connection Between Clutter and Stress?

February 18, 2021

Messiness in our physical space impacts how we think and feel. Learn more about the link between clutter and stress, anxiety, and depression. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Western Behavioral Health
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Mental Health
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Athlete Heart Rate: When Is It Too High?

February 17, 2021

Monitoring your heart rate helps you know how hard you're exercising. Learn how to calculate your resting heart rate and maximum heart rate. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Sports Medicine
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Sports Medicine
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Quiz: Do You Know the Types of Concussion?

February 17, 2021

Researchers at the UPMC Sports Medicine Concussion Program have identified six different types of concussions. Get the facts. Start Quiz

Medically Reviewed by Sports Medicine
Categorized as: Concussion, Health Topics A-Z, Sports Medicine
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Spine Health Q&A with Christopher Standaert, MD

February 15, 2021

With the UPMC Program for Spine Health expanding, we sat down with Christopher Standaert, MD, to learn more about his expertise. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Rehabilitation, Spine Health
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Life After Head and Neck Cancer: UPMC Survivorship Clinic

February 12, 2021

UPMC created the Head and Neck Cancer Survivorship Clinic to care for people dealing with side effects related to their cancer treatment. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Hillman Cancer Center
Categorized as: Cancer Care, Health Topics A-Z
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Quiz: Academic Accommodations for Concussed Students

February 12, 2021

Take our UPMC quiz to test your knowledge on academic accommodations for students with concussions and learn more. Start Quiz

Medically Reviewed by Sports Medicine
Categorized as: Concussion, Health Topics A-Z, Sports Medicine
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Spinal Cord Injury Rehabilitation with Dr. Amanda Harrington

February 9, 2021

Expert Dr. Amanda Harrington discusses the rehab program of the Center for Spinal Cord Injury at the UPMC Rehabilitation Institute. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Rehabilitation Institute
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Cancer Clinical Trials Come in Different Types, Phases

February 8, 2021

Clinical trials test the safety and effectiveness of new cancer treatments. Here's what happens when real people volunteer to take a new drug. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Hillman Cancer Center
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