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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Athletic Trainers and Their Role in the UPMC Sports Medicine Concussion Program

March 2, 2015

Learn about athletic trainers and their role at the UPMC Sports Medicine Concussion Program from our experts. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Sports Medicine
Categorized as: Concussion, Health Topics A-Z, Sports Medicine
Tagged with: athletic trainer, baseline testing, Coach Category 2, concussion, ImPact Baseline Testing
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Seeing is Believing: Consider Laser Vision Correction

March 2, 2015

Laser vision correction can eliminate the need for contact lenses or glasses. Learn more about the procedure and if you are a candidate. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Vision Institute
Categorized as: Eye Health
Tagged with: astigmatism, cataracts, Center for Integrative Eye Care, glaucoma, K. Dhaliwal, laser vision correction, lasik, nearsightedness, Pittsburgh, UPMC Eye Center 's Laser Vision Center
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Why Do My Legs Itch When I Run?

March 1, 2015

Runner's itch, that intense sensation you feel when you exercise, has many possible causes. From dry skin to allergies, find the cause to stop the itch. Learn More

Categorized as: Fitness, Sports Medicine
Tagged with: allergic reaction, antihistamine, histamine, itchy, runner's itch, running, urticaria
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E-cigarettes & Heart Health

February 27, 2015

Learn about how the nicotine in e-cigarettes affects your heart. Discover your added risk of atherosclerosis and heart disease, and find out how to quit. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute
Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health
Tagged with: blood pressure, e-cigarettes, emphysema, heart, heart attack, heart disease, lung cancer, nicotine, Tobacco
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Staying Comfortable During Pregnancy

February 26, 2015

Expectant mothers may deal with aches, pains, and other inconveniences during their pregnancies. Find tips to fight discomfort. Learn More

Categorized as: Pregnancy and Childbirth, Women's Health
Tagged with: baby, back pain, childbirth, dehydration, Magee-Womens Hospital of UPMC, motherhood, pregnancy, pregnant
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Genetics and Cancer: Why You Should Know Your Risk

February 25, 2015

Having a family history of cancer may increase your risk of developing the disease. Cancer genetics programs may help identify how much of a risk you have. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Hillman Cancer Center
Categorized as: Cancer Care
Tagged with: BRCA, breast cancer, cancer, Cancer Genetics Program, colon cancer, gene mutation, genetic testing, genetics, ovarian cancer, UPCI
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Aortic and Mitral Valve Disease Treatment Options

February 24, 2015

Learn how your heart valves work and about treatment options for many types of heart valve diseases, including aortic stenosis and mitral regurgitation. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute
Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health
Tagged with: aortic valve stenosis, chest pain, heart failure, heart surgery, heart valve diseases, mitral valve regurgitation, mitral valve stenosis, robotic surgery, treatment for aortic and mitral valve diseases
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Can Your Attitude Help Your Friends Feel Happier?

February 22, 2015

If you're happy and positive, you have a big effect on those around you. Find tips for keeping a positive circle of friends. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Western Behavioral Health
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Mental Health
Tagged with: 100 happy days, behavior, depression, emotions, friends, happify, mood, positive
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6 Heart Healthy Recipes

February 20, 2015

Eating healthy doesn't have to be boring and tasteless! Discover recipes to keep your heart and the rest of your body healthy. Learn More

Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health
Tagged with: baked pita, dijon pork, hawaiin chicken, Health, healthy, heart, Heart Health, heart healthy recipes, nachos, pasta, recipes, shrimp, sweet potatoes