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 to Prepare for a Transplant When You Have Young Children

January 23, 2019

Receiving a life-saving transplant is a big deal. If you have young children, it can seem especially overwhelming. It is important to help them understand what a transplant is and how it may change your life — and theirs. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC
Categorized as: Transplant
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What Are Cardiovascular Clinical Trials?

January 22, 2019

Cardiovascular clinical trials advance the field of heart medicine. Here's what you need to know if you're thinking about enrolling in a heart study. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute
Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health
Tagged with: cardiovascular, cardiovascular clinical trial, clinical trial, heart disease, heart study, NHLBI, research, risk, science
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Five Guidelines for Talking About Your Decision to Become a Living Donor

January 18, 2019

The decision to become a living donor is a big one. If you have already decided to become a donor, you may be worried about how your family and friends will react. Here are some guidelines you can follow when starting this conversation. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC
Categorized as: Transplant
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2019 Cold and Flu Guide: Treatment, Prevention, and More

January 17, 2019

Get helpful tips, tricks, and remedies for when sickness strikes. Learn from UPMC experts how to prevent and treat the cold and flu. Learn More

Categorized as: Cold and Flu, Health Topics A-Z
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Have Chronic Lung Disease? 5 Reasons to Be Evaluated for a Lung Transplant

January 15, 2019

Many people with chronic lung disease view lung transplants as a last resort. However, you may already be a candidate for a lung transplant. Learn why. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Transplant Services
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Living and Wellness, Senior Health, Transplant
Tagged with: American Lung Association, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, Cystic fibrosis, lung disease, lung transplant, pulmonary fibrosis, surgery
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Flu Vaccine and Chemotherapy: Should People With Cancer Be Vaccinated?

January 11, 2019

Can the flu vaccine and chemotherapy be combined? Here's what you need to know about flu prevention and cancer. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Hillman Cancer Center
Categorized as: Cancer Care, Cold and Flu, Health Topics A-Z
Tagged with: cancer, cancer treatment, chemotherapy, flu, influenza, UPMC Hillman Cancer Center
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Carotid Endarterectomy: Raymond’s Story

January 10, 2019

At UPMC Passavant, an ultrasound revealed Raymond had a complete blockage of the carotid artery on one side of his neck and a partial blockage on the other. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Heart and Vascular Health, UPMC Stories
Tagged with: UPMC Passavant
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Signs of Stroke in Women

January 9, 2019

Stroke in women is the third leading cause of death for American women. Learn more about signs and risk factors. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Neurosurgery
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Neurosurgery and Brain Health, Women's Health
Tagged with: American Stroke Association, contraceptives, heart disease, hormone replacement, prevention, risk, stroke, stroke center, stroke in women, UPMC, women
Artículo - 5 Minute Read

Is Screen Time Really Bad for Our Eyes?

January 6, 2019

Many people rely on televisions, video games, computers, and phones to help pass the hours. Is all this screen time bad for our eye health? Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Vision Institute
Categorized as: Eye Health, Health Topics A-Z
Tagged with: family medicine, New Here - Living and Wellness, Primary care