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    Lung Cancer Screening for High-Risk Individuals

    February 28, 2023

    Lung cancer remains the leading cause of cancer death in the United States, but early detection and treatment can save lives. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by UPMC Hillman Cancer Center

    Categorized as: Cancer Care, Health Topics A-Z, Lung Cancer

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    Lung Cancer Screening
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    What Is Minimally Invasive Mitral Valve Repair?

    February 27, 2023

    Transcatheter edge-to-edge repair (TEER) with MitraClip™ may be an option for patients with mitral valve regurgitation. Learn more. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute

    Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Heart and Vascular Health

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    Minimally Invasive Mitral Valve Repair with Transcatheter Edge-to-Edge Repair
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    Matt’s Story: Getting Back to a Pain-Free Life

    February 22, 2023

    Learn more about Matt's story. For more information about outpatient rehabilitation at UPMC Rehabilitation Institute, call 1-888-723-4277. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by UPMC Rehabilitation Institute

    Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Rehabilitation

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    Getting back to a pain-free life: Matt's story
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    A Technology to Assist in Early Lung Cancer Detection

    February 22, 2023

    UPMC is using an in-surgery biopsy system to assist in lung cancer detection. Learn how the process works and its benefits to patients. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by UPMC Hillman Cancer Center

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    Should You Exercise While You’re Receiving Chemotherapy?

    February 21, 2023

    Exercise oncology includes physical activity as a part of cancer treatment. Learn more about the best exercises for cancer patients. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by UPMC Hillman Cancer Center

    Categorized as: Cancer Care, Health Topics A-Z

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    Should You Exercise During the Weeks and Months You Receive Chemotherapy?
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    50 Phenoms: How Brain Surgery Saved Ex-Pro Wrestler Chris Hahn

    February 20, 2023

    Chris was a professional wrestler who dealt with severe headaches and other symptoms caused by a brain tumor. Learn about his care at UPMC. Watch Now

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    Categorized as: Ryan Shazier's 50 Phenoms, UPMC Stories

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    David’s Complex Thoracic Surgery Story

    February 17, 2023

    David was diagnosed with esophageal cancer. Dr. Ryan Levy treated it with a minimally invasive thoracic surgery. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by UPMC Hillman Cancer Center

    Categorized as: Cancer Care, Health Topics A-Z

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    David’s Complex Thoracic Surgery Story
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    Heart Disease in the LGBTQIA+ Community

    February 16, 2023

    The LGBTQ population has a higher risk of heart disease than the general population, but there are ways to reduce that risk. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute

    Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Heart and Vascular Health, LGBTQIA+ Health, Living and Wellness

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    Heart Disease in the LGBTQIA+ Community
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    What Is the NIPT Test?

    February 14, 2023

    NIPT, or noninvasive prenatal testing, screens for certain genetic conditions. It's open to all pregnant people with a simple blood draw. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by UPMC Magee-Womens

    Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Pediatrics

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    NIPT testing
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