Living and Wellness

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What Is the UPMC Men’s Health Center?

June 6, 2022

The UPMC Men's Health Center focuses on the evaluation and treatment of men's sexual and reproductive health. Read More

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What Causes Breast Pain? And What You Should Do About It?

June 2, 2022

Breast pain is common, but fortunately, it's rarely a sign of breast cancer. Read on for the various causes of breast pain. Read More

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What to Know About Art Therapy at UPMC Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh

June 1, 2022

Art therapy allows patients to express feelings that they may have trouble putting into words through art. Learn about the program. Read More

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Exercise for People with Kidney Disease

May 31, 2022

Exercise can help people manage kidney disease by helping them get underlying conditions, like diabetes and high blood pressure, under control. Read More

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What Are the Signs of Kidney Disease?

May 27, 2022

Most signs of chronic kidney disease don't appear until the condition is well advanced. Here's what you need to know about symptoms. Read More

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Four Tips for Dressing with an Ostomy Pouch

May 26, 2022

There's no reason you can't dress fashionably if you wear a colostomy bag. Ostomy wraps allow you to wear your existing wardrobe, with these modifications. Read More

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Your Guide to Health Care as a Young Adult

May 25, 2022

What happens when you leave your parents' health insurance? How do you schedule a checkup? Get health care resources to start your journey. Learn More

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When Should I Message My Doctor on My Patient Portal?

May 25, 2022

Patient portals allow patients to directly and securely message their providers, request medication refills, and make payments with ease. Read More

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Do I Need to Fast Before a Blood Test?

May 25, 2022

Sometimes you need to fast before a blood test. Other times, you don't. Here's what you need to know about blood test fasting. Read More

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