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Reproductive Health Resources for the LGBTQIA+ Community

May 4, 2023

LGBTQ+ couples have many fertility options for starting a family. Learn about the options that are best for yours. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Magee-Womens
Categorized as: LGBTQIA+ Health, Living and Wellness
Tagged with: New Here - Sexual Health
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What Is a Highly Sensitive Child?

May 3, 2023

Experts say an estimated 20% of people are "highly sensitive," a term psychologist Elaine Aron developed. Learn more. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Pediatrics
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Pediatrics
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The Connection Between Trauma and Mental Health in the LGBTQIA+ Community

May 3, 2023

LGBTQIA+ people may face discrimination and harassment in many areas of life. Here are some types of everyday situations that are harmful to LGBTQIA+ mental health. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC
Categorized as: LGBTQIA+ Health, Living and Wellness
Tagged with: New Here - Mental Health
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Supporting LGBTQIA+ Survivors of Domestic Abuse

May 3, 2023

You can help support LGBTQIA+ survivors and victims of domestic violence by knowing the warning signs of abuse and offering emotional or material support. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC
Categorized as: LGBTQIA+ Health, Living and Wellness
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Barriers to Care: Addressing Breast Cancer in the LGBTQIA+ Community

May 1, 2023

LGBTQIA+ breast cancer risk is higher than in straight people, but resources for LGBTQIA+ support are available. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC
Categorized as: Breast Cancer, Cancer Care, Health Topics A-Z, LGBTQIA+ Health, Living and Wellness
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Lisa’s Story: Sinus Relief from UPMC’s ENT Specialty Care

April 28, 2023

Learn more about Lisa's journey to Specialty Care ENT-UPMC. She met with Dr. Ziad Rohayem, MD, a UPMC otolaryngologist who specializes in treating ear, nose, and throat problems. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Ear Nose and Throat
Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness
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Sleep Issues and Obesity: What’s the Connection?

April 26, 2023

If you have obesity and struggle with sleep issues, you may wonder — are the two related? Learn more from the experts at UPMC. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Bariatric Services
Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness
Tagged with: Provider
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Take Control of Low Back Pain: Q&A with Steven Agabegi, MD

April 25, 2023

Discover treatment options available for acute and chronic low back pain from Steven Agabegi, MD, an orthopaedic spine surgeon. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Orthopaedic Care
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Spine Health
Tagged with: Provider
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LGBTQIA+ Health Disparities: How to Close the Gap

April 25, 2023

LGBTQIA+ health disparities make it harder for LGBTQIA+ people to get medical care, but it is possible to improve health care for LGBTQIA+ people. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC
Categorized as: LGBTQIA+ Health
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