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What Does the Pancreas Do?

September 13, 2015

You may not know it, but your pancreas has a big job to do. Learn more about pancreatic diseases and treatment options, including transplant. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Digestive Disorders
Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness
Tagged with: cancer, diabetes, diseases, food, pancreatic cancer, pancreatic disease, pancreatic tumors
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What’s In Your Soda?

July 30, 2015

While delicious, soda can be damaging to your health. Check out our infographic to find out what soda is made with, and the associated health risks. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Digestive Disorders
Categorized as: Nutrition
Tagged with: aspartame, caffeine, coca cola, cola, diabetes, infographic, pop, soda, soft drink, sugar
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What Is Frozen Shoulder and How Can I Thaw It?

July 20, 2015

Frozen shoulder is a painful condition that causes stiffness in the joint. Iburprofen and physical therapy help control pain and loosen the shoulder. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Sports Medicine
Categorized as: Orthopaedics
Tagged with: cardiovascular disease, diabetes, frozen shoulder, pain, physical therapy, shoulder joint, shoulder pain, stroke
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Follow These 5 Tips for Cutting Back on Alcohol to Feel Better

July 8, 2015

From looking and feeling better to saving money, cutting back on alcohol has many benefits. Try these easy tips to reduce your intake and boost your health Learn More

Categorized as: Living and Wellness
Tagged with: alcohol, diabetes, disease, liver cancer, liver disease, pancreatitis
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Diabetic Retinopathy: A Leading Cause of Blindness

June 20, 2015

Following glaucoma and macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy is one of the leading causes of blindness in the U.S. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Vision Institute
Categorized as: Eye Health
Tagged with: Alexander Anetakis, blindness, diabetes, diabetic retinopathy, eye exams, glaucoma, macular degeneration, macular edema, Type 1 diabetes, Type 2 diabetes, UPMC Eye Center
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Epilepsy Causes and Seizure Triggers

June 4, 2015

Epilepsy causes are not always clear, but we do know a few factors that lead to it. Learn why understanding seizure triggers helps you be prepared. Learn More

Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Neurosurgery and Brain Health
Tagged with: Alzheimer's disease, Atherosclerosis, Brain tumor, diabetes, dizziness, epilepsy, epilepsy causes, epilepsy triggers, epileptic seizure, head injury, infection, medical mondays, seizure causes, seizure triggers, seizures, stress, stroke
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Infographic: What Does Your Tongue Say About Your Health?

June 1, 2015

Take a look in the mirror - the color and texture of your tongue can tell a lot about your overall wellbeing. Get the facts on tongue health. View Infographic

Medically Reviewed by Ear Nose and Throat
Categorized as: Living and Wellness
Tagged with: black tongue, diabetes, fever, folic acid, infographic, iron, overall health, red tongue, sore throat, strep throat, tongue, tongue health, white spotted tongue
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Essential Tips on Staying Active at Work

May 31, 2015

For many of us, sitting is a big part of our daily work routines. Get active at work to help you feel and work better while helping prevent diseases. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Sports Medicine
Categorized as: Fitness, Living and Wellness
Tagged with: active; active at work; workplace; hypertension, diabetes, heart disease
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Managing Gestational Diabetes

May 28, 2015

Gestational diabetes is the most common pregnancy complication. There may not be much you can do to prevent it, but managing diet is key to controlling it. Learn More

Categorized as: Pregnancy and Childbirth
Tagged with: complications, diabetes, gestational diabetes, high blood pressure, hypoglycemia, medical mondays, pregnancy, pregnancy complications, preterm birth