Living and Wellness

You want to lead a healthier life, but don’t know how to get started. Read more here for an approach that helps you build a stronger, fitter body and mind.

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UPMC Residents Build Radiology Programs in Haiti

January 12, 2017

Two UPMC radiology residents are working alongside Haitian medical students to launch two new radiological programs in the impoverished country of Haiti. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC
Categorized as: Family Health
Tagged with: UPMC, UPMC residency programs
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Exercise and Bariatric Surgery: Your Road to Recovery

January 12, 2017

Exercise is an important part of your life after bariatric surgery. Learn more about what you can do to stay active and safe after weight loss surgery. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Bariatric Services
Categorized as: Fitness
Tagged with: bariatric surgery, exercise, fitness, Healthy Living, life after weight loss surgery, weight loss, weight loss surgery
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What You Should Ask About Birth Control and Weight Loss Surgery

January 10, 2017

After weight loss surgery, you may need to re-evaluate your birth control. Learn more about the effect of bariatric surgery on fertility. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Bariatric Services
Categorized as: Women's Health
Tagged with: bariatric surgery, birth control, contraception, fertility, gastric banding, gastric bypass, Infertility, weight loss surgery
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Surgery Optimization

January 9, 2017

Improving your health before surgery can reduce your risk for surgical complications and help you recover faster after surgery. Learn more. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Harrisburg
Categorized as: Living and Wellness
Tagged with: Pinnacle Health
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7 Effective Ways to Fight the Flu This Season

January 6, 2017

No one wants to get the flu. Fortunately there are several things that you and your family can do to keep from getting sick this flu season. Watch Now

Medically Reviewed by Urgent Care
Categorized as: Cold and Flu, Living and Wellness
Tagged with: chills, cough, flu, seasonal flu
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Do I Need a Tetanus Shot?

January 5, 2017

Fortunately, the tetanus shot has made Tetanus infections rare. Learn more about emergency tetanus shots and boosters. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Trauma & Emergency Medicine
Categorized as: Safety
Tagged with: lockjaw, tetanus disease, tetanus shot
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How Weight Loss Surgery Could Improve Your Diabetes

January 4, 2017

Weight loss surgery may be an effective way to manage or prevent diabetes. Find out more about when this procedure has the most benefit. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Bariatric Services
Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness
Tagged with: bariatric surgery, diabetes, gastric bypass, weight loss surgery
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Heart Attack Symptoms Are Different for Women

January 3, 2017

Women often have heart attack symptoms that are more subtle than those experienced by men. Learn about telltale heart attack symptoms in women. Watch Now

Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute
Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health, Women's Health
Tagged with: angina, chest pain, heart attack, heart disease, high cholesterol, shortness of breath
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UPMC Tried the Plank Challenge, and This Is What Happened

December 27, 2016

Members of the UPMC marketing team took up the "office plank challenge." Find out if daily planking actually boosted their core strength. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC
Categorized as: Living and Wellness
Tagged with: abdominal workouts, core exercise, fitness, healthy advice, plank challenge, planking