Family Health

Curious about your health? Battling the flu or another ailment? Family health topics deal with the everyday health matters that affect us all. Find information on routine medical care, disease management, and keeping your whole family healthy. Topics include first aid, cold and flu, injury prevention, and much more.

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What Is Exercise-Induced Asthma?

July 3, 2019

Learn the differences between asthma and exercise-induced asthma, what triggers exercise-induced asthma, and how to treat it. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC
Categorized as: Family Health, Fitness, Health Topics A-Z, Living and Wellness
Tagged with: Asthma, bronchoconstriction, exercise induced asthma
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Essential Facts About Meningococcal Meningitis

June 27, 2019

What is meningococcal meningitis? Meningitis is a potentially deadly illness, especially for children and teens. Find out more. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC
Categorized as: Family Health, Health Topics A-Z
Tagged with: bacterial meningitis, infectious diseases, meningitis, meningococcal meningitis
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Quiz: How Well Do You Know Your Digestive System?

June 25, 2019

Every day, about ten percent of the energy in your body is being used to digest food. Take the digestion quiz to learn how much you know about this important bodily function. Start Quiz

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Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness
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Sleep Problems in Older Adults: How to Reclaim Your Sleep

June 24, 2019

Don't spend another night tossing and turning. Tackle your sleep problems once and for all with these helpful tips. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Senior Services
Categorized as: Family Health
Tagged with: sleep, sleep issues in older adults, sleep problems
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Know the Facts About Diabetes

June 19, 2019

Diabetes affects more than 30 million Americans. Learn essential facts about diabetes, including types, risk factors, and more. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Endocrinology
Categorized as: Family Health
Tagged with: diabetes
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Family Therapy Strategies and Goals

June 18, 2019

Is your family going through a rough patch? Family therapy strategies can help people learn to communicate better and resolve conflicts constructively. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Western Behavioral Health
Categorized as: Family Health, Mental Health
Tagged with: family therapy, mental illness, therapy
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Learn the Different Types of Psychotherapy

June 13, 2019

Different types of therapy focus on treating emotional and mental health issues. Learn about the main types of psychotherapy. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Western Behavioral Health
Categorized as: Family Health, Mental Health
Tagged with: cognitive-behavior therapy, integrative therapy, mental health, psychoanalysis, psychotherapy, supportive therapy
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Deviated Septum: Symptoms, Treatment & Surgery

June 11, 2019

Deviated septum surgery, or septoplasty, corrects the wall between the nostrils to improve breathing. Learn more about this surgery. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Ear Nose and Throat
Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness
Tagged with: deviated septum, deviated septum surgery, facial surgery, septoplasty, sleep apnea, snoring
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What Are Thyroid Function Tests?

June 3, 2019

Thyroid function tests measure how well your thyroid gland is working. Your doctor may recommend the test based on certain symptoms. Learn more. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC
Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness
Tagged with: Hyperthyroidism, Hypothyroidism, thyroid test