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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Liver Transplant Evaluation Process: Q&A with Alexander Miller, MD

May 27, 2026

Alexander Miller, MD, UPMC Liver Transplant hepatologist, answers questions about liver disease and the liver transplant evaluation process. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Transplant Services
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Liver Transplant, Transplant
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Why Sleep Matters During Cancer Treatment

May 26, 2026

Learn how cancer affects sleep, why quality rest improves treatment recovery, and evidence‑based ways to manage insomnia during cancer care. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Hillman Cancer Center
Categorized as: Cancer Care, Health Topics A-Z
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Myth or Fact: Is It OK to Eat Before Bed?

May 22, 2026

Discover what happens inside your body after eating before bed so you can help you make choices that support digestion, comfort, and sleep. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC
Categorized as: Sleep Health
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Is My Child’s Anxiety Normal or Something More?

May 21, 2026

Learn some of the most common causes of anxiety in children and the signs to look for. Discover how you can help them and when to seek professional help. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Pediatrics
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Pediatrics
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Knock‑Out Bottles: Risks & Safer Infant Sleep Tips

May 20, 2026

Learn what knock-out bottles are, their risks, and safer ways to support healthy infant sleep without unsafe additives. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Pediatrics
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Pediatrics
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How to Help Your Child Overcome School Avoidance

May 19, 2026

Support your child through school anxiety and refusal with practical steps, emotional guidance, and expert‑backed tips. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Pediatrics
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Pediatrics
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Do I Need the Shingles Shot?

May 18, 2026

Learn who should get the shingles vaccine, why it matters, dose schedule, benefits, and what to expect according to current CDC guidelines. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC
Categorized as: Family Health, Health Topics A-Z
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How to Know When Your Child May Need Tubes in Their Ears

May 15, 2026

Frequent ear infections, hearing issues, or speech delays may be signs your child needs ear tubes. Learn how the procedure works and what recovery looks like. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Ear Nose and Throat
Categorized as: Family Health, Health Topics A-Z, Pediatrics
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Recognizing and Managing Postpartum Hypertension

May 14, 2026

About 10% of people experience high blood pressure after childbirth. Learn how to manage postpartum hypertension with a healthy lifestyle and other practices. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Magee-Womens
Categorized as: Pregnancy and Childbirth
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