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Eileen: Overcoming Back Pain Without Surgery

February 23, 2022

By the time Eileen Scott turned 66, she was at her wit's end. Born with scoliosis, she'd spent a lifetime dealing with chronic back pain. But her pain had become so severe she could barely walk 250 steps a day. As she neared retirement, she wondered about her future and dreams of traveling. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Spine Health
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What Is Vasculitis: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatments

February 22, 2022

Vasculitis is a group of rare diseases involving inflammation of blood vessels. Here's what you need to know about causes, symptoms, and treatments. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Rheumatology
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UPMC Primary and Specialty Care Now Open in Sewickley

February 15, 2022

Sewickley residents and beyond now have more access to world-class care, thanks to the new UPMC Specialty Care, which offers a range of services. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC
Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness
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Social Media Mental Health for Children and Adolescents

February 14, 2022

Children and adolescents are using social media more these days, but that can have an impact on their mental health. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Pediatrics, UPMC Western Behavioral Health
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Pediatrics
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What to Know About Hyponatremia and Hypernatremia

February 10, 2022

Hyponatremia and hypernatremia are electrolyte disorders that cause sodium to be too low or high. Learn what causes them. Read More

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Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness
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Urogynecology Center Serving Northern Pittsburgh Suburbs

February 8, 2022

A clinic devoted to bladder and pelvic floor issues serves women in the northern suburbs of Pittsburgh. Find out the details here. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Magee-Womens
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Women's Health
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The Link Between Chronic Kidney Disease and Vitamin D Levels

February 7, 2022

Your vitamin D levels might tip you off to how well your kidneys are working. Here's why getting more vitamin D may reduce your risk of chronic kidney disease. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Senior Health
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Treating and Preventing Back Pain: What You Need to Know

February 7, 2022

Back pain is a common condition that may be prevented or managed. UPMC offers surgical and nonsurgical treatment options for back pain. Read More

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Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, New Here, Spine Health
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Dealing with Diaper Rash: How to Treat It

February 4, 2022

Many babies suffer from at least one bout of diaper rash. Here's what to do when it happens to your baby — and when you should call the doctor. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Pediatrics
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Pediatrics
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