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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Vaccine Myths and Facts: Here Are the Top Reasons to Have Your Child Vaccinated

September 16, 2019

Is it safe to give a child vaccines? Here's the evidence — and why you should vaccinate your child. Watch Now

Medically Reviewed by Pediatrics
Categorized as: Family Health, Health Topics A-Z, Pediatrics
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Managing Osteoarthritis – It’s a Joint Effort

September 11, 2019

Is it just a random ache or pain? Or could it be a sign of osteoarthritis? Find out the symptoms of osteoarthritis in our blog! Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Harrisburg
Categorized as: Orthopaedics
Tagged with: diabetes, Pinnacle Health
Article - 6 Minute Read

Is Vaping Making People Sick?

September 5, 2019

More than 200 cases of severe respiratory disease in the U.S. have been linked to vaping. Learn more about whether your e-cigarette is safe. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z
Tagged with: lung health, Pulmonology, smoking, vaping
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Meet the Members of a Trauma Care Team

September 3, 2019

A trauma care team includes doctors, nurses, and other specialists--all of whom have specific roles in the patient care process. Learn more! Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z
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Phases of Trauma Recovery: How to Reclaim Normalcy After a Crisis

August 30, 2019

Learn the phases of healing from a frightening or disturbing event. While you may never forget what happened, trauma recovery is possible. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Trauma & Emergency Medicine
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Mental Health
Tagged with: phases of trauma recovery, recovery from trauma, trauma recovery
Article - 3 Minute Read

Kara’s Story: Fitness Instructor Experiences a Labral Tear

August 29, 2019

Learn more about Kara's road to recovery with UPMC Sports Medicine. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Sports Medicine
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Orthopaedics, Sports Medicine
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Comprehensive Stroke Care: What Does It Mean?

August 28, 2019

UPMC Hamot is the first and only hospital in Erie certified as a Comprehensive Stroke Center by DNV GL Healthcare* — which means our health care team can treat any kind of stroke, even the most serious. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Neurosurgery
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Neurosurgery and Brain Health
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Time Is Crucial: Insight into a Trauma Center

August 27, 2019

In the trauma center, time is critical. Learn what a day in the life of a trauma doctor entails from the experts at UPMC. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC
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What Is the MELD Score?

August 23, 2019

The MELD score is an important indicator for those with liver disease who may need a transplant. Learn more about this critical number here. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Transplant Services
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Transplant
Tagged with: liver disease, liver transplant, MELD score, transplant