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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Frequently Asked Questions: Varicose Veins

October 12, 2014

Learn more about the symptoms, prevention, and treatment of varicose veins. Learn More

Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health, Skin Care
Tagged with: laser ablation, radiofrequency ablation, varicose veins, vein problems, veins
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Breast Cancer: Am I At Risk?

October 10, 2014

Learn more about the most common risks for developing breast cancer. Learn how genetic testing can may help you determine your chances of developing cancer Learn More

Categorized as: Breast Cancer, Cancer Care, Women's Health
Tagged with: American Cancer Society, BRCA, breast cancer, breast cancer risks, carcinoma in situ, genetic testing, Magee-Womens Breast Cancer Program, Magee-Womens Hospital of UPMC, ovarian cancer, UPMC Cancer Genetics Program, UPMC CancerCenter
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How Concussions Affect Academics — Part One

October 9, 2014

With fall sports in full swing, sports-related concussions, and the impact on school, continue to be a concern for student athletes, coaches, and parents. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Sports Medicine
Categorized as: Neurosurgery and Brain Health, Pediatrics, Sports Medicine
Tagged with: concussion, concussion myths, Jonathan French PsyD, school, sports medicine, student
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Sports and Concussions

October 7, 2014

Learn more about sports concussions and how to properly deal with an athlete who may have sustained a concussion. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Sports Medicine
Categorized as: Concussion, Health Topics A-Z, Sports Medicine
Tagged with: athlete, Coach Category 2, concussion, managing concussion, self-reporting, signs, silent injury, symptoms
Article - 2 Minute Read

How Can I Avoid Getting Kidney Stones?

October 6, 2014

Find some helpful tips to decrease your likelihood of getting kidney stones. Learn more about kidney stone prevention and find out how to get treated. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Urology
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Urology
Tagged with: dehydration, Department of Urology, kidney stone prevention, kidney stones, Timothy Averch, urinary tract infections, urology
Article - 2 Minute Read

Surviving Suicide: The Ripple Effect on Family and Community

October 5, 2014

Suicide is painful for those left behind. Learn how can you move forward when someone close to you commits suicide. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Western Behavioral Health
Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness, Mental Health
Tagged with: American Association of Suicidology, bereavement, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, death, grief, STAR-Center Survivors of Suicide, Sue Wesner, Suicide, suicide survivors, support group, Western Psychiatric Institute and Clinic of UPMC
Article - 5 Minute Read

Spider Bite Identification: What You Need to Know

October 4, 2014

Are your spider bite symptoms common or a deadly result of a brown recluse or black widow spider bite? Here's how to identify them. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Urgent Care
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z
Tagged with: arachnophobia, bite prevention, bite treatment, black widow, brown recluse, spider bites, spiders, United States
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Breast Cancer Symptoms You Can’t Feel

October 3, 2014

Do you know the signs and symptoms of breast cancer? During this October, brush up on your knowledge for Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Learn More

Categorized as: Breast Cancer, Cancer Care, Women's Health
Tagged with: breast cancer, breast cancer awareness month, cancer symptoms, digital mammography, ductal carcinoma, lobular carcinoma, Magee-Womens High-Risk Breast Cancer Program, magnetic resonance imaging, mammogram, mammography, minimally invasive breast biopsy, MRI, symptoms of breast cancer, ultrasound, women's cancer
Article - 2 Minute Read

How Exercise Can Benefit Parkinson’s Disease Patients

September 28, 2014

Learn more about how exercise can help benefit Parkinson's disease patients, and find out which types of exercises will have the best impact. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Neurosurgery
Categorized as: Neurosurgery and Brain Health
Tagged with: activities, cycling, exercise, Mark Richardson MD PhD, Michael J. Fox Foundation, Parkinson's disease, Pilates, rowing, swimming, yoga