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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Signs of Trouble: Concussions

September 30, 2015

Learn more about the common signs of trouble if someone is experiencing concussion symptoms in this infographic from UPMC Sports Medicine Concussion Program. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Sports Medicine
Categorized as: Concussion, Health Topics A-Z, Sports Medicine
Tagged with: infographic, symptoms, trouble signs
Article - 51 Second Read

Do Parents Know the Truth About Concussions?

September 30, 2015

More than 80 percent of parents cannot identify concussion symptoms. Learn more in this infographic from the UPMC Sports Medicine Concussion Program. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Sports Medicine
Categorized as: Concussion, Health Topics A-Z, Sports Medicine
Tagged with: infographic
Recipe

Tropical “Teal” Smoothie Bowl

September 29, 2015

Smoothies make it easy to spice up your breakfast routine. Try this tropical smoothie bowl, made in honor of Ovarian Cancer Awareness. View Recipe

Medically Reviewed by UPMC
Categorized as: Cancer Care, Living and Wellness, Nutrition
Tagged with: healthy breakfasts, ovarian cancer awareness, recipes, smoothie, smoothie bowl, Smoothie Recipes
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Beat the Sniffles! How to Clear Sinuses and Nose

September 27, 2015

Steam, Neti pots, and saline are simple ways to keep your nose clean and clear throughout the fall. Learn how this helps you breathe better. Learn More

Categorized as: Cold and Flu
Tagged with: allergies, allergy season, clear sinuses, clogged sinuses, cold, cold and flu season, cold season, nasal irrigation, neti pot, spring allergy symptoms, stuffy nose, tea tree oil
Gallery

Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) and Pregnancy

September 26, 2015

It's common to feel concerned about becoming pregnant when you have IBD. You can have a safe, healthy pregnancy when your disease is in remission. Learn More

Categorized as: Family Health, Pregnancy and Childbirth
Tagged with: diarrhea, IBD, inflammatory bowel disease, Miscarriage, ulcerative colitis
Gallery

Acupuncture Helps Side Effects During and After Cancer Treatment

September 22, 2015

Acupuncture is a natural way to help your body overcome side effects of cancer treatment. It's most effective for vomiting, nausea, and pain. Learn More

Categorized as: Cancer Care
Tagged with: acupuncture, cancer, cancer side effects, cancer treatment, chemotherapy, nausea, neuropathy, pain, vomiting
Gallery

Medical Mondays: Concussions

September 21, 2015

Learn more about the UPMC approach to concussion evaluation, treatment, and maintenance in this edition of Medical Mondays. Learn More

Categorized as: Sports Medicine
Tagged with: concussion, concussion evaluation, concussion management, medical mondays
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Patient Story – Hockey Player’s Road to Recovery

September 20, 2015

Sean suffered from multiple shoulder dislocations and underwent physical therapy, followed by shoulder surgery. Learn more about his experience at UPMC. Learn More

Categorized as: Rehabilitation, Sports Medicine, UPMC Stories
Tagged with: Dharmesh Vyas, dislocated shoulder, hockey, hockey injury, physical therapy, shoulder dislocation, shoulder injury, UPMC, UPMC Sports Medicine
Gallery

Improve Your Mood with Aromatherapy During Cancer Treatment

September 19, 2015

Aromatherapy uses essential oils to help with mood, anxiety, fatigue and other side effects common to people with cancer. Learn More

Categorized as: Cancer Care
Tagged with: aromatherapy, cancer, depression, fatigue, massage, oil