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Treating Postpartum Back Pain with Physical Therapy

November 20, 2015

Many new moms experience postpartum back pain after delivering their babies. Discover the causes and treatment options to find pain relief. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Rehabilitation Institute
Categorized as: Rehabilitation, Women's Health
Tagged with: exercise therapy, low back pain, manual therapy, massage, musculoskeletal disorders, physical therapy, postpartum back pains
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What Does a Palliative Care Doctor Do?

November 19, 2015

Palliative care doctors can help people after a new diagnosis, for example. They can also help when people are struggling with a new treatment or a new stage of their disease. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Palliative and Supportive Institute
Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness
Tagged with: doctor, palliative care
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Is Shellfish Healthy for You?

November 18, 2015

Most dietary guidelines recommend eating more seafood. Shellfish are a great addition to any diet, with numerous health benefits. Learn more. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC
Categorized as: Nutrition
Tagged with: heart disease, seafood, shellfish, shrimp
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Medical Mondays: 3D Mammography

November 16, 2015

3D Mammography is changing the way breast cancer is detected. Learn more about 3D mammography, breast cancer risks, and when to get your first mammogram. Learn More

Categorized as: Women's Health
Tagged with: 3d imaging, breast cancer, mammography, medical mondays, mobile featured
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Body Odor: What Does It Mean?

November 13, 2015

There are many causes for body odor. Learn about why you sweat, and what health conditions might lead to strong body odor. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Dermatology
Categorized as: Family Health
Tagged with: body odor, broccoli, diabetes, kidney disease, liver disease, micrococcus sedentarius, pitted keratolysis, sweat, trimethylaminuria
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Infographic: Benefits of Chili

November 12, 2015

Nothing wards off the cold, or packs nutrients into one tiny bowl, quite like chili. Find out the benefits in our infographic. View Infographic

Medically Reviewed by UPMC
Categorized as: Nutrition
Tagged with: autumn, chili, healthy recipe, healthy recipes
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Do You Need an Air Purifier?

November 9, 2015

Are air purifiers helpful to people with asthma, allergies, or other respiratory issues? Read this blog article to learn about their benefits. Learn More

Categorized as: Family Health
Tagged with: air filters, air purifiers, allergies, Asthma, pollutants
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What Is 3D Mammography?

November 8, 2015

3D mammography may offer more diagnostic accuracy and screening for breast cancer than traditional mammograms. Learn more about this technology. Learn More

Categorized as: Cancer Care, Women's Health
Tagged with: 3d mammography, American Cancer Society, breast cancer, cancer screening, mammogram, mammography, MRI, tomosynthesis, x-ray
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Infographic: Bariatric Recovery Meal Plans

November 4, 2015

Recovery from bariatric surgery comes one notch at a time. We outlined a meal plan for each step on your journey! Learn More

Categorized as: Nutrition
Tagged with: bariatric recovery, bariatric surgery, bariatric surgery meal plan, diet plan, meal plan