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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Alien Hand Syndrome: How Unwanted Movement Disrupts Lives

October 24, 2016

The rare but troubling alien hand syndrome can cause your hands to move involuntarily. Learn the signs and symptoms of this neurological condition. Learn More

Categorized as: Neurosurgery and Brain Health
Tagged with: alien hand syndrome, neurological conditions, neurological damage, rare disorders
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Is Sleeping Beauty Syndrome for Real?

October 23, 2016

Also known as Sleeping Beauty Syndrome, Kleine-Levin Syndrome is a condition marked by long periods of excessive sleep. Learn more about this condition Learn More

Categorized as: Neurosurgery and Brain Health
Tagged with: neurological disorders, rare disorders, sleep, sleep disorders, sleeping beauty syndrome
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Sleep Deprivation Side Effects: How Sleep Loss Affects Your Body

October 21, 2016

Sleep deprivation side effects include weight gain and low libido. Get the facts on how sleep loss affects your body. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Neurosurgery
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, New Here, Sleep Health
Tagged with: sleep deprivation, sleep disorder, sleep loss, stroke
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Not Just For Kids: How Speech Therapy Helps Adults

October 18, 2016

Speech therapy is not just for kids: It can help adults better communicate, think, and swallow. Learn more about speech therapy. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Rehabilitation Institute
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Rehabilitation
Tagged with: Centers for Rehab Services, speech therapy
Artículo - 2 Minute Read

Sore Throat? Is It a Cold, Strep Throat, or Tonsillitis?

October 18, 2016

A sore throat can be a sign of a cold, strep throat, or tonsillitis. Check your symptoms to find out what treatment is best. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Urgent Care
Categorized as: Cold and Flu, Family Health, Living and Wellness
Tagged with: back to school, common cold, common illnesses, flu symptoms, scratchy throat, sore throat, strep throat
Artículo - 1 Minute Read

Is Binge Watching Bad for You?

October 17, 2016

Binge watching may seem like a harmless pastime, but does it actually put your health at risk? Here are a few healthier ways to binge watch TV. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Neurosurgery
Categorized as: Neurosurgery and Brain Health
Tagged with: binge watching, brain, sleep, TV
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Pitt-UPMC Team Helps Paralyzed Man Feel Again with Robotic Arm

October 14, 2016

Now, a human is able to experience the sensation of touch via a robotic arm, which is controlled by the brain. Get Nathan Copeland's story. Learn More

Categorized as: Neurosurgery and Brain Health, Rehabilitation
Tagged with: Announcements, News, quadriplegia, University of Pittsburgh, UPMC, UPMC Patients
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Get a Glimpse of Steelers Breast Cancer Awareness Day

October 11, 2016

Cancer survivors gathered at Heinz Field to raise awareness for the fight against breast cancer. View photos of the event. View Infographic

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Magee-Womens
Categorized as: Cancer Care
Tagged with: breast cancer awareness, Community Events, Magee Womens Hospital, NFL Pink, Steelers, UPMC CancerCenter
Artículo - 2 Minute Read

Causes and Treatment for Sciatica

October 10, 2016

Sciatica is often caused by a herniated disc. Learn more about preventing and treating sciatica, as well as whether you're at risk. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Rehabilitation Institute
Categorized as: Orthopaedics, Rehabilitation
Tagged with: back pain, chronic pain, herniated disc, pain management, physical therapy, sciatica