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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UPMC Leads Pittsburgh Marathon Medical Team

April 23, 2016

The UPMC medical team provides world-class medical care at the DICK'S Sporting Goods Pittsburgh Marathon. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Sports Medicine
Categorized as: Safety, Sports Medicine
Tagged with: Dick's Sporting Goods Pittsburgh Marathon, running, UPMC Sports Medicine
Gallery

How Do Copper Cups Affect Your Health?

April 22, 2016

Drinking water from a copper cup yields no real health benefits, though use of these cups isn’t necessarily harmful either, according to experts. Learn More

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How Smoking Cigarettes Affects Your Lungs

April 21, 2016

Find out how smoking cigarettes changes your lungs and how quitting can help reduce your risk of many health problems. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC
Categorized as: Cancer Care, Living and Wellness, Lung Cancer
Tagged with: lung cancer, lungs, smoking
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Grapefruit and Medication: How to Stay Safe

April 20, 2016

Learn how grapefruit affects your blood pressure and the way your body processes drugs, and what you can do to stay safe while snacking. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute
Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health
Tagged with: grapefruit, high blood pressure, potassium-rich food
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Running Tips from the Experts at UPMC Lemieux Sports Complex

April 19, 2016

Proper training is critical for runners. Take on race day with these expert running tips from the UPMC Lemieux Sports Center. Watch Now

Medically Reviewed by Sports Medicine
Categorized as: Fitness, Sports Medicine
Tagged with: Running Tips, Running Training, sports medicine, UPMC Lemieux Sports Complex
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How to Treat a Sinus Infection (Sinusitis) at Home

April 17, 2016

Having a sinus infection is not fun, with all that pain and pressure in your face. Find tips for treating a sinus infection at home. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Ear Nose and Throat
Categorized as: Cold and Flu, Health Topics A-Z
Tagged with: antibiotics, Chronic sinusitis, common cold, nasal avities, runny nose, sinus infection, sinus surgery, sinusitis
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What to Expect During a Stress Test

April 16, 2016

Learn about the stress test, a common test doctors use to diagnose and monitor heart problems. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute
Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health
Tagged with: heart disease, stress test
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Ready for Race Day: The Complete Marathon Checklist

April 12, 2016

Take on those 26.2 miles with this marathon checklist for runners, complete with the running gear you need to pack for race day. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Sports Medicine
Categorized as: Fitness, Sports Medicine
Tagged with: marathon gear, marathon prep, pittsburgh marathon, race day checklist, race day gear, race ready, running, running gear
Article - 1 Minute Read

How Can Increasing Your Tomato Intake Improve Your Heart Health?

April 9, 2016

Adding more tomatoes to your diet can have a big impact on your heart health. Learn more about tomatoes with our guide. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute
Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health
Tagged with: heart disease, tomato