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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Is There a Connection Between PTSD and Cancer?

March 15, 2018

PTSD is a condition many people with cancer have to live with in silence. Not much is known about the link, but UPMC is doing more to treat them together. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Hillman Cancer Center
Categorized as: Cancer Care, Living and Wellness
Tagged with: cancer, depression, mental illness, PTSD
Artículo - 4 Minute Read

What You Need to Know About Melanoma

March 14, 2018

Skin cancer is the most common cancer diagnosed in the U.S. each year. Melanoma makes up only 1 percent of skin cancer cases, but causes the most deaths. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Hillman Cancer Center
Categorized as: Cancer Care, Health Topics A-Z
Tagged with: Melanoma, skin cancer
Artículo - 3 Minute Read

Can You Prevent Glaucoma? 3 Things to Start Doing Now

March 12, 2018

Glaucoma is frightening because it doesn't often cause symptoms. Learn about your risk factors and how to prevent glaucoma. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Vision Institute
Categorized as: Eye Health, Family Health, Living and Wellness
Tagged with: eye health, glaucoma, glaucoma prevention, glaucoma risk factors
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How to Prevent 4 Common Tennis Injuries

March 7, 2018

Tennis can be a fast-paced sport, in which athletes can sustain a number of injuries, especially on hard courts. Know common injuries. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Sports Medicine
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Sports Medicine
Tagged with: sports medicine, tennis, tennis injuries
Artículo - 4 Minute Read

Do Charcoal Face Masks Work? The Benefits of Charcoal for Skin

March 6, 2018

You know that charcoal absorbs toxins, but does it work on your skin? Learn more about charcoal face masks and other charcoal beauty products. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Dermatology
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Skin Care
Tagged with: charcoal face mask, charcoal peel, dermatology, skin care
Galería

Changing Lives With Living Donation: The Ryan King Story

March 1, 2018

As a physical therapist, Ryan King was used to helping others. So when his neighbor needed a kidney donation, he stepped up to the challenge. Learn More

Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Kidney Transplant, Transplant, UPMC Stories
Tagged with: dialysis, Joe Chiprean, Ryan King, social media, transplant surgery
Videos

How Pet Therapy Can Make Your Hospital Visit a Little Easier

March 1, 2018

Find out how your pet can improve your health and how you can bring your furry friend to your next hospital visit at UPMC. Watch Now

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Hillman Cancer Center
Categorized as: Cancer Care
Tagged with: animal-assisted therapy, pet therapy, UPMC Hillman Cancer Center
Artículo - 1 Minute Read

Understanding A Mood/Anxiety Concussion

February 28, 2018

If you suffer a mood/anxiety concussion, excessive worrying may seem to take over your life. Learn more about this type of concussion with our infographic. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Sports Medicine
Categorized as: Concussion, Health Topics A-Z, Sports Medicine
Tagged with: anxiety, concussion, concussion symptoms, concussion treatment, infographic, mood, sleep, worry
Artículo - 3 Minute Read

3 Heart-Healthy Recipe Ideas You’ll Love

February 27, 2018

Do you want to make a change to your diet? Use these three heart-healthy recipes to kick-start your meal planning. Learn more about heart health at UPMC. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute
Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health, Nutrition
Tagged with: Heart Health, heart healthy recipes, Heart-Healthy Recipes, recipes