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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How Sugar Affects the Heart

February 28, 2019

A 2014 study showed that a diet high in sugar puts you at a greater risk of dying from heart disease, even if you aren’t overweight. If at least 25% of calories in your daily diet come from added sugar, you are twice as likely to die of heart disease than if your diet included less than 10% of total calories from added sugar. Read More

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Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Heart and Vascular Health
Tagged with: heart, Heart Health
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The Connection Between Heart Health and Stress

February 27, 2019

Heart health and stress are related. Here's what you need to know to about how stress affects heart health and how you can stay healthy. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute
Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health
Tagged with: alcohol, American Heart Association, anxiety, diet, exercise, Harvard Health, Health, healthcare, heart disease, Heart Health, meditation, Men's Health, obesity, stress, womens health
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Doctor Turned Patient: Former UPMC Neurosurgeon Finds His Living Kidney Donor

February 26, 2019

Dr. Adnan Abla spent his life taking care of others. As a neurosurgeon, he never imagined that he would one day become a patient. Watch Now

Medically Reviewed by Transplant Services
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Kidney Transplant, Transplant
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Watch: Iceburgh’s Heart-Healthy Hydrated Day

February 21, 2019

Learn how to have a heart-healthy and hydrated day from our favorite Pittsburgh Penguins mascot, Iceburgh. Find out tips to stay hydrated during your busy day. Watch Now

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Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health
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UPMC Cardio-Oncology Program Combines Heart Health and Cancer Therapy

February 20, 2019

The UPMC Center for Cardio-Oncology will proactively maintain your heart health before, during, and after cancer treatment to mitigate risks from therapy. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute
Categorized as: Cancer Care, Heart and Vascular Health
Tagged with: cancer, cancer side effects, cancer treatment, cardiovascular disease, heart disease, Heart Health, oncology, treatment side effects
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Targeting Deadly Tumors in Unborn Babies

February 19, 2019

Pioneered at UPMC, a new technique using microcoil embolization shows early promise in treating inoperable placental tumors Watch Now

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Categorized as: Pregnancy and Childbirth
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What is A Widowmaker Heart Attack?

February 18, 2019

Some heart attacks are particularly deadly. One such heart attach is the widowmaker. Find out what it is and the risk factors. Read More

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Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Heart and Vascular Health
Tagged with: heart attack, Heart Health
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Q and A: Heart Disease with Dr. Elizabeth Piccione

February 15, 2019

Dr. Piccione, a board-certified cardiologist with UPMC Heart and Vascular Institute at UPMC Jameson answers questions about heart disease. Read More

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What Is National Donor Day?

February 14, 2019

National Donor Day helps raise awareness of people who need an organ donation. Find out how becoming an organ donor can save lives. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Transplant Services
Categorized as: Transplant
Tagged with: national donor day, organ donation, organ donor