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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Nickel Allergy Treatments: What is A Metal Allergy?

August 24, 2017

Nickel allergy treatments can help when you experience a rash from contact with metal. Learn more about how you can treat metal allergies. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Dermatology
Categorized as: Skin Care
Tagged with: metal allergies, metal allergy, nickel allergy, rash
Artículo - 1 Minute Read

Is Medication-Assisted Drug Treatment Right for You?

August 22, 2017

Medication assisted therapy may be an option to help people reduce cravings and stop opioids abuse. Learn more about these two common medications. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Western Behavioral Health
Categorized as: Family Health, Mental Health
Tagged with: behavioral therapy, opioid addiction, opioids, substance abuse, withdrawal symptoms
Artículo - 3 Minute Read

Vascular Surgery Treatments for Clogged Blood Vessels

August 21, 2017

Did you know that clogged blood vessels can happen anywhere in your body? Learn about vascular surgery treatment options for clogged blood vessels. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute
Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health
Tagged with: angioplasty, Atherosclerosis, Bypass surgery, catheter, high blood pressure, Peripheral artery disease, stroke
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How You Can Breastfeed as a Working Mom

August 19, 2017

If you're planning on breastfeeding and working, don't wing it. Instead, plan for successful work days and a thriving breastfeeding relationship. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Magee-Womens
Categorized as: Pregnancy and Childbirth
Tagged with: breast pump, breastfeeding, breastfeeding and working, breastfeeding as a working mom, breastfeeding tips, breastfeeding while working, going back to work while breastfeeding, new baby, newborn, newborn nutrition, pump at work, pumping at work, working mom, working moms
Artículo - 1 Minute Read

Breastfeeding Support: The Lactation Center at Magee-Womens Hospital

August 16, 2017

If you decide to breastfeed your baby, a professional lactation consultant at UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital is ready to support you and your newborn. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Magee-Womens
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Pregnancy and Childbirth
Tagged with: breastfeeding, lactation center, new motherhood
Artículo - 4 Minute Read

Safety During the Solar Eclipse

August 16, 2017

Are you prepared for the 2024 solar eclipse? Follow these tips for eye safety, travel safety, and skin safety to be ready for April 8. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Vision Institute
Categorized as: Eye Health, Safety
Tagged with: eye safety, solar eclipse, solar viewing glasses
Artículo - 4 Minute Read

What Is a Lactation Consultant, and How Do I See One?

August 15, 2017

A lactation consultant is a trained professional specialized in breastfeeding. Learn more about the benefits of working with one. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Magee-Womens
Categorized as: Family Health, Pediatrics, Pregnancy and Childbirth, Women's Health
Tagged with: baby nutrition, breastfeed, breastfeeding, feed baby, feeding baby, Lactation, lactation consultant, Magee-Womens Hospital of UPMC, new baby, nursing, postpartum, womens health
Galería

Harmful Mental Health Myths Decoded

August 11, 2017

It's important for us to learn the truth behind mental health myths and have empathy for those suffering with mental illness. Learn More

Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Mental Health
Tagged with: brain diseases, depression, fact, mental health disorder, mental illness, myth, schizophrenia, sickness
Galería

Anxiety Disorders and Migraines? What’s the Connection?

August 10, 2017

Is your generalized anxiety disorder is the cause of frequent migraine headaches? Discover the connection between migraines and anxiety. Learn More

Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Mental Health
Tagged with: anxiety, headache, migraine, pain