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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What to Expect from Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) Treatment

March 13, 2015

DVT, or deep vein thrombosis, is a treatable condition, commonly with medication or compression stockings. Learn more about your treatment options. Learn More

Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health
Tagged with: anticoagulant, blood clot, blood thinner, compression stockings, deep vein thrombosis, dvt treatment, medical mondays, thrombolysis, thrombolytics
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How to Find Marathon Running Shoes

March 12, 2015

The first step of any full or half marathon training should be finding proper support for your feet with great running shoes. Use this guide to find shoes. Learn More

Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Sports Medicine
Tagged with: runner's gait, shoes; running shoes; marathon; shoe fit
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Maintain Energy with Nutrition this Winter

March 11, 2015

Along with cold temperatures and shorter days, winter often means a lack of energy and motivation for people. Learn how to fuel your body to stay active. Learn More

Categorized as: Sports Medicine
Tagged with: broccoli, chocolate, frozen vegetables, Nutrition, sports nutrition; tips; energy
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Reduce Back Pain by Sleeping Position

March 10, 2015

The average adult will spend one-third of their life sleeping. Learn how to lessen back pain caused by different sleeping positions. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Spine Health
Tagged with: back pain; sleeping position;, sleep quality, sleep schedule, sleeping
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Birth Control and Blood Clots: The Medication Matters

March 10, 2015

Differing hormone levels in birth control medications can further increase your risk of developing blood clots. Learn more about these risk factors. Learn More

Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health, Women's Health
Tagged with: birth control, blood clot, blood clots, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, deep vein thrombosis, dvt, estrogen, hormone, medical mondays, progesterone, the pill
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Prevent Stroke Recurrence: Four Simple Ways

March 9, 2015

Learn how you can help prevent stroke recurrence with these four simple methods. Find out how a healthy lifestyle can make a difference. Learn More

Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Neurosurgery and Brain Health
Tagged with: atrial fibrillation, high blood pressure, preventing stroke, sleep apnea, stroke, Type 2 diabetes
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Could You Be at Risk of Developing Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)?

March 9, 2015

Lifestyle and genetic factors raise the risk of deep vein thrombosis, a type of blood clot. By understanding the risk, you can take steps to prevent DVT. Learn More

Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health, Living and Wellness
Tagged with: blood clot, blood clotting, clot, clotting, deep vein thrombosis, dvt, dvt risks, Heart Health, medical mondays
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Timeline: Prosthetic Limbs Through the Years

March 8, 2015

Do you know the history of prosthetic limb replacements? Check out this timeline to learn more about the technology advancements. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
Categorized as: Rehabilitation
Tagged with: amputation, brain-computer interface, physical medicine and rehabilitation, prosthetic, prosthetics
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What Is a Ventricular Assist Device (VAD)?

March 7, 2015

Learn about a ventricular assist device (VAD), also known as an artificial heart. Find out how these devices can help people with heart failure. Watch Now

Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute
Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health
Tagged with: blood pressure, coronary heart disease, heart, heart attack, heart failure, vad, ventricular assist device