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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Back on the Slopes After a Heart Attack

July 22, 2020

At 47, Russ Graswick never expected a heart attack. But after care at UPMC Passavant, he's back to skiing the double-black diamonds. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Heart and Vascular Health
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UPMC Tele-Town Hall Podcast: Surgical Oncology

July 20, 2020

Do you know how to select a cancer surgeon? How much do you know about robotic surgery? Listen as Amer Zureikat, MD, covers these subjects and more. Watch Now

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Hillman Cancer Center
Categorized as: Cancer Care, Health Topics A-Z
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UPMC Tele-Town Hall Podcast: TAVR and Coronavirus

July 20, 2020

UPMC has been a pioneer in the treatment of patients with aortic stenosis using transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR) procedures. Watch Now

Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Heart and Vascular Health
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What You Need to Know About the Platelet-Rich Plasma Facial

July 17, 2020

Those interested in improving their skin's appearance have no shortage of facial treatments, including the Platelet-Rich Plasma Facial. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Harrisburg
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Skin Care
Tagged with: Pinnacle Health, Vampire Facial
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Returning to College Sports Safely Amid COVID-19

July 15, 2020

To lower the risk of COVID-19 spread in college sports, a multidisciplinary team of UPMC experts developed the Return to Sports Playbook. The playbook provides guidelines for college sports teams to keep student-athletes, coaches, staff, and others safe from COVID-19. It covers topics like social distancing, sanitation, personal protective equipment, and travel. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Sports Medicine
Categorized as: COVID-19, Health Topics A-Z, Sports Medicine
Tagged with: COVID-19
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Common Fastpitch Softball Pitching Injuries

July 14, 2020

Injuries among fastpitch softball pitchers are on the rise. Learn about the six most common fastpitch softball pitching injuries. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Orthopaedic Care
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Sports Medicine
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What Are the Types of Depression?

July 13, 2020

Depression is one of the most common mental health conditions in the U.S. There are several different types affect people in different ways. Watch Now

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Western Behavioral Health
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Mental Health
Tagged with: seasonal affective disorder
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Coping With Cancer Survivor Guilt

July 10, 2020

Cancer survivor guilt is a common challenge. Discover eight strategies for processing and coping with the complex emotions you may feel after surviving cancer. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Hillman Cancer Center
Categorized as: Cancer Care, Health Topics A-Z
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Returning to Youth Sports Safely Amid COVID-19

July 9, 2020

As many youth sports organizations prepare to begin practicing and playing again, UPMC has guidelines on how to keep players and coaches safe from COVID-19. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Sports Medicine
Categorized as: COVID-19, Health Topics A-Z, Sports Medicine
Tagged with: COVID-19