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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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
Article - 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
Article - 4 Minute Read

What Foods Contain Healthy Fats? 6 Options to Try

February 26, 2018

Foods with healthy fats are an important part of your diet and health. Learn what foods you should include in your meal plan for healthy fats and heart health. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute
Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health, Nutrition
Tagged with: healthy fats, Heart Health, Nutrition
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Watch: Iceburgh’s Heart-Healthy Lunch

February 24, 2018

Let’s check out what type of heart-healthy lunch Iceburgh is carrying in his Pittsburgh Penguins® lunchbox. Watch the video for more. Watch Now

Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute
Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health, Nutrition
Tagged with: check your heart, Healthy Living, Heart Health, Iceburgh, Nutrition, Pittsburgh Penguins, video
Article - 2 Minute Read

5 Myths About Red Wine and Heart Health

February 22, 2018

Is red wine actually good for your heart? Test your knowledge with these red wine myths and facts. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute
Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health, Nutrition
Tagged with: alcohol, Heart Health, Nutrition, red wine
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Concussion Risk Factors: Delaying the Road to Recovery

February 21, 2018

Learn about some pre-existing conditions that can increase the chances of sustaining a concussion or having a longer recovery. Watch Now

Medically Reviewed by Sports Medicine
Categorized as: Concussion, Health Topics A-Z, Sports Medicine
Tagged with: concussion, concussion recovery, Concussion Risk Factor, concussion video, migraine, motion sickness, UPMC
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Cervical Cancer: Advances in Treatment and Prevention

February 21, 2018

Cervical cancer has become somewhat of a public health crisis among women in their 30s and 40s in Western Pennsylvania. Watch Now

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Hillman Cancer Center
Categorized as: Cancer Care, Gynecologic Cancer, Women's Health
Tagged with: cancer, chemotherapy, HPV, human papilloma virus, precancerous condition, prevalent gynecological cancer, Western Pennsylvania
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Quiz: Do You Know Your Heart Health Facts? Find Out

February 20, 2018

Knowing the basics of heart health is one of the first steps to keeping your ticker healthy. Take this quiz to test your heart knowledge. Start Quiz

Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute
Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health
Tagged with: cardiovascular health, Healthy Living, Heart Health, Quiz
Article - 2 Minute Read

Are You Having An Anxiety Attack or A Heart Attack?

February 16, 2018

People experiencing anxiety and chest pain often fear a cardiac event. Here's how to know whether you're dealing with an anxiety attack or heart attack. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Heart and Vascular Health
Tagged with: anxiety, anxiety and chest pain, anxiety attack, anxiety attack or heart attack, anxiety feels like heart attack, cardiac event, cardiac events, chest pain, depression, heart attack, heart attack risk factors, heart disease, Heart Health, mental health, mood disorder, mood disorders, panic attack, panic disorder, risk factors, stress