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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Build Strength and Stability to Prevent Knee Injuries

April 14, 2015

ACL injuries can be not only painful, but limit performance in sports in the future. Keeping your knee strong is key to preventing devastating injury. Learn More

Categorized as: Fitness, Orthopaedics, Sports Medicine
Tagged with: ACL, acl exercises, acl injury, acl tear, knee, knee injury, ligament, medical mondays, torn acl, torn ligament
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Medical Mondays: Joint Replacement

April 13, 2015

Learn more about joint replacement surgery, recovery, and prevention in this edition of Medical Mondays. Learn More

Categorized as: Orthopaedics
Tagged with: joint, joint pain, knee replacement, malunion, medical mondays, nonunion, orthopaedic surgery, physical therapy, rehabilitation, reverse shoulder replacement, rotator cuff, shoulder replacement
Artículo - 3 Minute Read

Sleep Paralysis: Causes, Symptoms, Treatment, and Prevention

April 12, 2015

Ever wake up from a deep sleep anxious and unable to move? This could be sleep paralysis. Learn about the causes of sleep paralysis and how to prevent it. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Sleep Medicine
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Sleep Health
Tagged with: hallucination, hallucinations, lack of sleep, nightmare, rapid eye movement, REM, sleep, sleep deprivation, sleep disorder, sleep paralysis
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Your Knee Replacement Recovery Plan

April 11, 2015

You will be able to use a walker or crutches a few days after knee replacement surgery. Find out how you can regain mobility and return to daily activities. Learn More

Categorized as: Orthopaedics
Tagged with: arthritis, joint exercises, knee replacement recovery, knee replacement surgery, medical mondays, physical therapy, surgery
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Concussion and Loss of Consciousness

April 11, 2015

Find out the truth behind the common myth that concussion occurs more often following loss of consciousness. Learn about UPMC's research and recovery plans. Learn More

Categorized as: Neurosurgery and Brain Health, Rehabilitation, Sports Medicine
Tagged with: concussion misconceptions, concussion recovery, concussion; loss of consciousness; concussion myths, rethink concussions, UPMC Sports Medicine Concussion Program
Artículo - 3 Minute Read

Tips for Your Heart-Healthy Diet

April 10, 2015

A diet full of heart healthy foods can help lower your risk of heart disease. Learn which types of fruits, vegetables, meats, and grains are best for you. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute
Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health, Nutrition
Tagged with: blood pressure, cholesterol, coronary artery disease, heart disease, heart healthy foods, Heart-Healthy Recipes
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What to Expect During Physical Therapy

April 9, 2015

Physical therapy helps you regain mobility and function after joint replacement surgery. Putting in the hard work helps you get active again. Learn More

Categorized as: Orthopaedics, Rehabilitation
Tagged with: building strength, chronic joint pain, joint pain, joint replacement, knee replacement surgery, medical mondays, physical therapy, rehabilitation
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What Is Reverse Shoulder Replacement Surgery?

April 8, 2015

In cases of a severe rotator cuff injury, coupled with arthritis in the shoulder, a reverse shoulder replacement may be the best treatment option. Learn More

Categorized as: Orthopaedics
Tagged with: arthroplasty, joint replacement, medical mondays, orthopaedic surgery, reverse shoulder replacement, rotator cuff, rotator cuff surgery, shoulder, shoulder replacement
Artículo - 3 Minute Read

Preparing for Your Heart Surgery

April 7, 2015

Learn more about how to prepare for your upcoming heart procedure and discover a breakdown of the timeline leading up to surgery. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC
Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health
Tagged with: Coughing, electrocardiogram, health care team, heart, heart surgery, preparing for heart surgery, quit smoking, x-ray