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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Understanding Tumor-Infiltrating Lymphocyte (TIL) Therapy for Cancer

January 28, 2021

Tumor-infiltrating lymphocyte (TIL) therapy uses cancer-fighting cells from patients' tumors and grows more in an attempt to destroy their cancer. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Hillman Cancer Center
Categorized as: Cancer Care, Health Topics A-Z
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Comprehensive Rehab Services – Now in Pleasant Hills

January 27, 2021

In February 2021, the UPMC Rehabilitation Institute relocated from Jefferson Hills to the Southland Shopping Center in Pleasant Hills. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Rehabilitation Institute
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10 Facts You Should Know About Down Syndrome

January 26, 2021

Down syndrome (DS) affects about 6,000 newborns each year. Learn some facts that might surprise you about this chromosomal condition. Read More

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Get Up to Speed on Primary Care Sports Medicine

January 26, 2021

Elizabeth Herrman, DO, osteopathic physician with UPMC Sports Medicine, helps athletes and active individuals get back to their sport following an injury. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Sports Medicine
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Sports Medicine
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MCL Injuries: Causes, Symptoms, Treatment, and Recovery

January 25, 2021

Injuries to the medial collateral ligament in your knee are common among athletes, especially in contact sports. Learn more. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Sports Medicine
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Sports Medicine
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50 Phenoms: How a Pioneering Weightlifter Got Back on Her Feet

January 25, 2021

Brandi Darby overcame a pair of significant knee injuries to become the first legally blind competitor to place at a USA Weightlifting-sanctioned event. Watch Now

Medically Reviewed by Sports Medicine
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Sports Medicine, UPMC Stories
Tagged with: Ryan Shazier's 50 Phenoms, Ryan Shazier's 50 Phenoms Season 2
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Ryan’s Story: From Traumatic Injury to Triumphant Recovery

January 21, 2021

After a severe skiing accident during a high school trip, Ryan and his parents trusted the experts at UPMC. Here's his story. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Orthopaedic Care
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Orthopaedics
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Proven Ways to Cope With Anxiety

January 18, 2021

Now more than ever, it's important to know how to deal with anxiety. Feeling overwhelmed? Try these proven coping strategies. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Western Behavioral Health
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Mental Health
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How Clinical Trials Advance Cancer Care for Everyone

January 15, 2021

Cancer treatments are improving every day, allowing patients to live longer, healthier lives. Clinical trials make these advances possible. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Hillman Cancer Center
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