Living and Wellness

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Beware of Blood Clots: What You Should Know

March 17, 2015

Varicose and spider veins can lead to painful swelling and blood clots. Vein problems and blood clots are easily treatable and help prevent serious problem. Learn More

Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health, Living and Wellness
Tagged with: blood clot, blood clot treatment, blood clots, blood thinners, deep vein thrombosis, dvt, dvt causes, embolism, medical mondays, spider veins, varicose veins
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Age-Related Spine Problems

March 16, 2015

Learn more about age-related spine conditions, including disc herniation and spinal stenosis, and discover how you can find relief from back pain Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Orthopaedic Care
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Orthopaedics, Spine Health
Tagged with: age-related problems, arthritis, disc herniation, herniated disc, James Kang MD, osteoporosis, physical therapy, spine
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5 Fit Tips for Returning to Fitness after the Holiday Hiatus

March 14, 2015

The holidays are often a time of indulgence, and it's often challenging to get back on track. Use these simple tips to rebuild your fitness routine. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Sports Medicine
Categorized as: Fitness, Nutrition, Sports Medicine
Tagged with: fitness, holiday, Nutrition, sprains, strains, stretching
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Reduce Back Pain by Sleeping Position

March 10, 2015

The average adult will spend one-third of their life sleeping. Learn how to lessen back pain caused by different sleeping positions. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Spine Health
Tagged with: back pain; sleeping position;, sleep quality, sleep schedule, sleeping
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Birth Control and Blood Clots: The Medication Matters

March 10, 2015

Differing hormone levels in birth control medications can further increase your risk of developing blood clots. Learn more about these risk factors. Learn More

Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health, Women's Health
Tagged with: birth control, blood clot, blood clots, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, deep vein thrombosis, dvt, estrogen, hormone, medical mondays, progesterone, the pill
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Prevent Stroke Recurrence: Four Simple Ways

March 9, 2015

Learn how you can help prevent stroke recurrence with these four simple methods. Find out how a healthy lifestyle can make a difference. Learn More

Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Neurosurgery and Brain Health
Tagged with: atrial fibrillation, high blood pressure, preventing stroke, sleep apnea, stroke, Type 2 diabetes
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Could You Be at Risk of Developing Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)?

March 9, 2015

Lifestyle and genetic factors raise the risk of deep vein thrombosis, a type of blood clot. By understanding the risk, you can take steps to prevent DVT. Learn More

Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health, Living and Wellness
Tagged with: blood clot, blood clotting, clot, clotting, deep vein thrombosis, dvt, dvt risks, Heart Health, medical mondays
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Infographic: Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) Facts and Stats

March 5, 2015

Deep vein thrombosis, or DVT, is a blood clot in a vein deep in your body. Learn more about signs, risks, treatment and prevention of the DVT. Learn More

Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health, Living and Wellness
Tagged with: birth control, blood clots, deep vein thrombosis, dvt, heart attack, infographic, medical mondays, vein problems
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The Serious Side Effects of Sleep Apnea

March 4, 2015

Obstructive sleep apnea afflicts more than 22 million adults in the United States. Learn about your health risks and take a self test. Learn More

Categorized as: Family Health
Tagged with: chronic snoring, Daytime fatigue, Loud, obstructive sleep apnea, Pulmonary Consultants-UPMC, sleep apnea, sleep disorders