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Louie’s Story: Sports Nutrition Helps Former Defensive Lineman on Weight Loss Journey
Sports nutrition helped a former collegiate defensive lineman manage his weight after years of bulking up for football. Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Sports Medicine
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UPMC 2019 Transplants by the Numbers
In 2019, there were a total of 595 transplant surgeries performed at four UPMC hospitals, an increase of 38 procedures from 2018. Learn more. Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Transplant
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Physical Therapy for Young Athletes After Injury
An estimated 60 million children and young adults in the U.S. play at least one sport, according to the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA). While the benefits of being active tend to outweigh the risks, physical activity still presents opportunities for sports-related injuries. In the event of an accident, physical therapy for young athletes can… Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Sports Medicine
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Surviving the Widow Maker: Bill’s Story
A quick-thinking security guard and the precise talents of an expert interventional cardiologist gave Bill Gruber a second chance at life. Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Heart and Vascular Health, UPMC Stories
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What You Should Know About Custom Orthotics
Custom orthotics, which are highly customized shoe or heel inserts that are fabricated just for your feet, are an integral part of training for runners and all kinds of athletes. Learn more from the experts at UPMC. Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Sports Medicine
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Georgia Marathon Runner Travels for Sports Performance Training: Julie’s Story
Julie, a 54-year-old marathon runner, is an elite member of the Atlanta Track Club Masters Team, completing her marathons in the low threes—that’s just over three hours. After recovering from a hamstring injury that she ran on for about two years, her marathon times were suffering, and Julie was ready to get her times to where they had been prior to injury. Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Sports Medicine
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Tips for Traveling on Dialysis
Dialysis can be difficult for patients who travel. But with careful planning, you can have the vacation of a lifetime while staying healthy. Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Kidney Transplant, Transplant
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Living-Donor Kidney Exchange 101
A living-donor kidney exchange starts with a patient with end stage kidney disease who has identified a potential living donor, but they are not a suitable match. Learn more. Watch Now
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Kidney Transplant, Transplant
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Video: UPMC Is Here for You — And Your Health
Donald Yealy, MD, chair of emergency medicine at UPMC, talks about how you can get your health back on track despite the COVID-19 pandemic. Watch Now
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