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Article - 8 Minute Read
The Down Syndrome Center of Western Pennsylvania at UPMC Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh: Q&A with Kishore Vellody, MD
Find out more about the Down Syndrome Center at UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh through this Q&A with Medical Director Kishore Vellody, MD. Read More
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Pediatrics
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Meditation for Children: Can It Help Reduce Anxiety?
Meditation works by teaching you how to refocus your mind to take attention away from the things that worry you. Regular meditation can help kids learn how to calm themselves down and make them less likely to feel anxiety. Read More
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Pediatrics
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Article - 2 Minute Read
UPMC Magee-Womens Specialty Services: Cheryl’s Story
When Cheryl found out she had a large fibroid in her uterus, she turned to UPMC Magee-Womens Specialty Services. She then used the online Find a Doctor tool.. Read More
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Women's Health
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Article - 4 Minute Read
What is Nephrology?
A nephrologist is a doctor who treats diseases and disorders of the kidneys. Here are some of the main disease they treat — plus tests they use for diagnosis. Read More
Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness
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Article - 3 Minute Read
Egg Freezing: Is It Right for You?
Egg freezing can extend your biological clock, but first consider these five important factors. Here's what you need to know. Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Living and Wellness, Pregnancy and Childbirth, Women's Health
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Article - 2 Minute Read
Understanding a Ventricular Septal Defect
A ventricular septal defect (VSD) is the most common type of congenital heart defect. The heart has two upper chambers (atria) and two lower chambers (ventricles). In a healthy heart, the wall that separates the lower two chambers is called the septum. In a baby with VSD, there is a hole in the wall between the ventricles. Read More
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Pediatrics
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Specialty Care and Same-Day Surgery in West Mifflin
The UPMC Outpatient Center on Clairton Blvd. houses more than 20 specialties, including orthopaedics and women's health, along with outpatient surgery. Watch Now
Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness
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How Alzheimer’s and Other Forms of Dementia Affect Sleep and What You Can Do About It
Patients with dementia often have insomnia and daytime sleepiness. Proper sleep habits, medications, and treatment of underlying causes can help. Learn More
Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness
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Article - 3 Minute Read
Spine Health Q&A with Christopher Standaert, MD
With the UPMC Program for Spine Health expanding, we sat down with Christopher Standaert, MD, to learn more about his expertise. Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Rehabilitation, Spine Health
