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Article - 5 Minute Read
What Is an Annual Gynecologic Wellness Exam?
Learn why gynecologic wellness exams are crucial for a person's health, what they include, and how they differ from annual physicals. Protect your health. Read More
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Women's Health
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Can You Visit the Gynecologist During Your Period?
If your period and your annual gynecological checkup fall on the same day, what should you do? In most cases, it's ok to keep the appointment. Here's why. Read More
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Women's Health
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Article - 6 Minute Read
Can Bariatric Surgery Help with Diabetes?
Research shows surgery like gastric bypass and gastric sleeve can help people with obesity and type 2 diabetes control their diabetes better or have remission. Read More
Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness
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Do You Need a Pap Smear if You Are Not Sexually Active?
Having a Pap smear or HPV test is the best way to ensure you don't get cervical cancer — even if you're not sexually active. Here's what you need to know. Read More
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Women's Health
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Do Pap Smears Hurt?
You know you should have a Pap smear — but you're worried it may hurt. Though getting a Pap test may cause discomfort, it shouldn't cause pain. Learn more here. Read More
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Women's Health
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UPMC Life Changers: Dr. KimberLee Mudge Is Leading the Push for Wellness at UPMC Memorial
Surgeon KimberLee Mudge, MD, spearheaded a wellness project at UPMC Memorial that included walking trails and a farm-to-hospital program. Watch Now
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, UPMC Stories
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What Is the Difference Between TB and NTM?
Tuberculosis (TB) and nontuberculous mycobacteria (NTM) are related organisms, but they cause very different diseases. Read More
Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness
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Sleep Regression in Babies: When and Why It Happens
What age do babies have sleep regression? Sleep regression in babies is common in the first year. Learn about how to deal with a baby's sleep regression. Read More
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Pediatrics
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When to Talk to Your Doctor About Painful Intercourse
Painful sex is a common problem for many women. Here's what you need to know about pain during intercourse and when (and how) you should talk to your doctor. Read More
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Women's Health
