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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Should You Go to the Emergency Department or Urgent Care?

June 18, 2017

It is sometimes difficult to determine where to find the right treatment. Should you go to the Emergency Department or an urgent care center? Read More

Medically Reviewed by Trauma & Emergency Medicine
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, New Here
Tagged with: emergency room, emergency treatment, medical treatment, urgent care
Galería

When You Should See Your Doctor for a Sunburn

June 17, 2017

Occasionally, the most severe sunburns will require medical attention. Learn when it's time to seek care for your burn. Learn More

Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Skin Care
Tagged with: featured post, mobile featured, skin care, sunburn, urgent care
Video

A Second Chance at Life: Lauren Dirling’s Story

June 15, 2017

Lauren Dirling was a 24-year-old college student when doctors discovered a plum-sized tumor in her brain. Learn more about Lauren Dirling's UPMC story. Watch Now

Medically Reviewed by Neurosurgery
Categorized as: Neurosurgery and Brain Health
Tagged with: athletes, brain surgery, Brain tumor, cross training, neurosurgery
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After Concussion, When Can Athletes Return to Play?

June 14, 2017

View our infographic detailing important return to play decisions regarding when athletes can return from a concussion. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Sports Medicine
Categorized as: Concussion, Health Topics A-Z, Sports Medicine
Tagged with: concussion, Concussion Athlete, concussion sports
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MRSA Infections: Symptoms, Risks, and Treatment

June 13, 2017

While some MRSA infections can be serious, you can take steps to keep yourself safe. Learn more about MRSA, including symptoms and treatment. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Primary Care
Categorized as: Cold and Flu, Living and Wellness
Tagged with: antibiotics, infection, MRSA
Receta

Wake Up and Go: Green Energy Morning Smoothie Recipe

June 10, 2017

This lean, green smoothie recipe offers up much-needed protein. Learn how to make the green energy smoothie. View Recipe

Medically Reviewed by Sports Medicine
Categorized as: Nutrition, Sports Medicine
Tagged with: healthy eating, Nutrition, protein, recipes, smoothie, Smoothie Recipes, spinach, sports medicine
Artículo - 1 Minute Read

How to Treat Eye Burns

June 2, 2017

Corneal burn can result when certain chemicals come into contact with your eyes.Corneal burn, or eye burn, can result when certain chemicals come into contact with your eyes. This painful injury can cause permanent eye and vision damage Read More

Medically Reviewed by Trauma & Emergency Medicine
Categorized as: Eye Health
Tagged with: burns, eye burns, eye health, eyes, trauma and emergency care
Videos

Video: Gait-Training Robot Helps Rehab Patients Gain Independence

June 1, 2017

Made by the Swiss medical technology company Hocoma, the Andago® is a mobile robot used for body-weight supported gait training. Watch Now

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Rehabilitation Institute
Categorized as: Rehabilitation
Tagged with: Andago, gait training, physical therapy, rehab
Artículo - 2 Minute Read

5 Ways Walking Helps Your Heart

May 29, 2017

Regular walking can benefit your heart — and overall health — in many ways. Learn more about how this simple activity can transform your heart health. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute
Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health
Tagged with: American Heart Association, diabetes, stroke, walking, walking for heart health