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Artículo - 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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Artículo - 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
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Artículo - 4 Minute Read
The Effects of School Bullying
It's common for kids to engage in playful teasing with friends or siblings. When both kids are having fun, it's usually harmless. But, according to KidsHealth.org, when teasing becomes hurtful or mean, is ongoing, or gets physical, it has crossed the line into bullying. Read More
Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness, Pediatrics
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What Are Myringotomy Tubes?
Myringotomy tubes, or ear tubes, are used to treat patients with otitis media, middle ear inflammation caused by fluid buildup or infection. Read More
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Pediatrics
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Artículo - 2 Minute Read
Spinal Cord Injury Rehabilitation with Dr. Amanda Harrington
Expert Dr. Amanda Harrington discusses the rehab program of the Center for Spinal Cord Injury at the UPMC Rehabilitation Institute. Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Rehabilitation, Spine Health
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Artículo - 3 Minute Read
Take Charge of Your Breast Health
Preventive screenings and breast cancer risk assessment tools play an important role in the early diagnosis of breast cancer. Learn more. Read More
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Women's Health
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Artículo - 3 Minute Read
Cancer Clinical Trial FAQs: Here’s What You Need to Know
Today, more cancer treatments are available than ever before, thanks to clinical trials. Here's what you need to know. Read More
Categorized as: Living and Wellness
