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What Are Spinal Fractures? Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment

May 3, 2021

The vertebrae that protect your spinal cord can break from a trauma or from bones weakening as you age. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Orthopaedic Care
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Orthopaedics, Spine Health
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Egg Freezing FAQ: Your Pressing Questions Answered

April 27, 2021

The old biological clock no longer dictates your unique family planning. Get answers to common questions about egg freezing. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Magee-Womens
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Women's Health
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Identifying and Treating Childhood Snoring: What Parents Should Know

April 20, 2021

Snoring is normal for many children, but pronounced snoring also could be an indicator of something more. Find out what to know from UPMC. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Pediatrics
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Pediatrics
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Egg Freezing Age Limit: Why Age Matters

April 16, 2021

Is there an egg freezing age limit? Here's what you need to know about when to freeze eggs and how age affects the decision. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Magee-Womens
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Women's Health
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High Blood Pressure and Kidney Disease: What’s the Connection?

April 15, 2021

What's the connection between high blood pressure and kidney disease? Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC
Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness
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Jean’s Story: From Stenosis to Back Pain Relief through Minimally Invasive Surgery

April 9, 2021

Jean knows staying active is key to successful aging. Our experts made sure spinal stenosis didn't slow her down. Here's her story. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Orthopaedic Care
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Orthopaedics, Spine Health, UPMC Stories
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Cleft Lip and Cleft Palate: Liliana’s Story

April 1, 2021

Children born with a cleft lip and a cleft palate need specialized, coordinated care. Learn about Liliana and her family — and how she gained a winning smile. Watch Now

Medically Reviewed by Pediatrics
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Become a Pediatric Living Donor to Save a Child’s Life

March 31, 2021

Learn more about becoming a pediatric living donor to save the life of a child on the transplant waiting list. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Transplant Services
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Transplant
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UPMC Pinnacle West Shore Offers Leading-Edge Lung Care

March 23, 2021

UPMC Pinnacle West Shore offers pulmonary and thoracic medicine experts who are leading the way in the diagnosis and treatment of lung and respiratory issues. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Pulmonology
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