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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Infographic: 6 Deadly Heart Disorders and Conditions

April 1, 2015

Learn how to spot the symptoms of six deadly heart diseases, including atrial fibrillation, mitral valve disease, and cardiomyopathy. Learn More

Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health
Tagged with: AFib, atrial fibrillation, cardiomyopathy, chest pain, fatigue, heart, heart attack, heart disease, heart disease symptoms, heart failure, HVI, infographic, medical mondays, mitral valve
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Medical Mondays: Breast Cancer

March 30, 2015

Read articles from the breast cancer edition of Medical Mondays including coping with chemotherapy, managing lymphedema, and understanding bone marrow. Learn More

Categorized as: Breast Cancer, Cancer Care
Tagged with: bone marrow, breast cancer, breast cancer recovery, breast cancer surgery, breast cancer treatment, chemo, chemotherapy, lymphedema, medical mondays
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Helmets: Preventing Sports Injuries

March 27, 2015

Learn more about helmets and their role in preventing sports injuries in this infographic from UPMC Sports Medicine. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Sports Medicine
Categorized as: Concussion, Health Topics A-Z, Sports Medicine
Tagged with: baseball, concussion, football, helmet, hockey, nascar, racing, sports
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Surviving Your Baby’s First Cold

March 27, 2015

Despite your best efforts, your new baby has a cold. Use this infographic to discover a few items you can use to help make your baby more comfortable. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Magee-Womens
Categorized as: Family Health, Pediatrics, Pregnancy and Childbirth
Tagged with: baby, cold, cold relief, infographic, sick, sickness
Article - 2 Minute Read

Colorectal Cancer: Am I At Risk?

March 26, 2015

There are many steps you can take to lower your risk of developing colorectal cancer. Learn more about colorectal cancer risk factors and screening tests. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Adult Congenital Heart Disease Center
Categorized as: Cancer Care, Living and Wellness
Tagged with: alcohol consumption, cancer screening, colorectal cancer, Crohn's disease, smoking risks, ulcerative colitis
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How to Cope with Chemo Side Effects

March 26, 2015

Cancer treatment is hard physically and emotionally. Chemo brings its own set of side effects; work with your doctor to develop a complete care plan. Learn More

Categorized as: Cancer Care
Tagged with: acupuncture, cancer, cancer support group, chemo, chemotherapy, depression, medical mondays, nausea, side effects, yoga
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Managing Lymphedema During and After Breast Cancer Treatment

March 25, 2015

Lymphedema, a condition that causes swelling in the arms or legs, is a long-term side effect of breast cancer treatment. Learn how to manage the symptoms. Learn More

Categorized as: Cancer Care, Women's Health
Tagged with: breast cancer, breast cancer radiation, breast cancer surgery, lymphedema, manual lymphatic drainage, swelling
Article - 7 Minute Read

Marathon Bloggers Discuss Progress in February

March 24, 2015

Our marathon bloggers report on their progress from the month of February in this post about challenges and next steps. Read more about their journeys. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Sports Medicine
Categorized as: Fitness, Sports Medicine
Tagged with: Dick's Sporting Goods Pittsburgh Marathon, distance running, marathon running, UPMC Health Plan Pittsburgh Half Marathon
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Infographic: Breast Cancer by the Numbers

March 24, 2015

1 in 8 women will be diagnosed with breast cancer in her lifetime. Learn the facts, symptoms, and risk factors of the disease with our infographic. Learn More

Categorized as: Breast Cancer, Cancer Care, Health Topics A-Z
Tagged with: breast cancer, breast cancer awareness, breast cancer risk, breast cancer symptoms, cancer, infographic, medical mondays