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Surgical Excellence, Convenient Care — All in the South Hills

May 28, 2021

Located in the UPMC Outpatient Center in Bethel Park, the UPMC South Surgery Center brings expert surgical services to thousands of South Hills patients — close to home. Read More

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Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness
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Facts About Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia

May 25, 2021

If you're getting up to go to the bathroom several times a night, it could be a sign you have Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia. Learn more. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Urology
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Men's Health, Urology
Tagged with: UPMC Men's Health Center
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UPMC Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh Builds New Pediatric Ambulance

May 18, 2021

The state-of-the-art UPMC Children's Hospital STAT Medevac ambulance will transport children from hospitals within 150 miles of Pittsburgh to UPMC Children's. Read More

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Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Pediatrics
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How to Help Your Child Get Enough Sleep

May 12, 2021

A good night's sleep is important for a child's overall health. Find out ways to make sure your child is getting enough sleep from UPMC. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Pediatrics
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Pediatrics
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What Is Penile Cancer?

May 10, 2021

Penile cancer is rare, but it's important to be aware of the risk factors and symptoms. Here's what you need to know. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Urology
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Men's Health, Urology
Tagged with: UPMC Men's Health Center
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What You Should Know About Collagen Supplements

May 7, 2021

Collagen peptide supplements have been getting a lot of attention lately. Are there real health benefits? And should you add them to your list of supplements? Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Nutrition Services
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Nutrition
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How Does the COVID-19 Vaccine Affect Mammograms?

May 7, 2021

Swollen lymph nodes are a rare side effect of the COVID-19 vaccine and also could affect mammograms. Learn more from UPMC experts. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Magee-Womens, UPMC Hillman Cancer Center
Categorized as: COVID-19, COVID-19 Vaccination, Living and Wellness, Women's Health
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Saving Limbs Through Coordinated Care

May 4, 2021

UPMC McKeesport specialists use the latest technology and techniques to treat nonhealing wounds and prevent limb loss. Read More

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Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness
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Expanding Brain and Spine Care in the North

May 4, 2021

Residents in the northern communities now have more convenient options for brain and spine care with the UPMC Neurological Institute's expanded Butler location. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Neurosurgery
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Spine Health
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