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    What’s the Difference Between Epileptic and Non-Epileptic Seizures?

    May 26, 2015

    Epilepsy is commonly though of as the primary cause of seizures. However, some types of seizures are not caused by electrical faults in the brain. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by Neurosurgery

    Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Neurosurgery and Brain Health

    Tagged with: brain damage, epilepsy, Epileptic seizures, Focal epilepsy, medical mondays, partial seizures, seizures, stress, stroke, tunnel vision

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    How Cancer Can Affect Your Self Image

    May 14, 2015

    Cancer diagnosis and treatment can impact how you view yourself in multiple ways, including physically, emotionally, and socially. Find ways to cope with i Read More

    Medically Reviewed by UPMC Hillman Cancer Center

    Categorized as: Cancer Care

    Tagged with: cancer, cancer changes, hair loss, lymphedema, physical changes, self image, stress

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    Medical Mondays: Atrial Fibrillation (AFib)

    April 6, 2015

    Learn more about atrial fibrillation (AFib), including causes of chest pain and the importance of regular checkups in this edition of Medical Mondays. Learn More

    Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health

    Tagged with: AFib, atrial fibrillation, checkup, chest pain, EKG, heart, heart attack, heart disease, heart disease risk factors, heart palpitation, heart problems, medical mondays, stress, stroke

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    How to Live Without Smoking

    January 2, 2015

    An important part of kicking the smoking habit is figuring out why you smoke. Learn 6 reasons why you may like smoking and how to fight them! Read More

    Medically Reviewed by UPMC

    Categorized as: Living and Wellness

    Tagged with: habit, Journey to a Smoke-Free Life, live without smoking, nicotine, quit smoking, reasons to quit, relaxation, smoking, smoking cessation, smoking cessation program, stress

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    31 Days of Healthy Tips

    December 31, 2014

    Discover 31 tips to get help you get back on track to a healthy lifestyle, including small changes you can make to your daily routine to improve your health Read More

    Medically Reviewed by UPMC

    Categorized as: Living and Wellness

    Tagged with: backpack safety, diet, exercise, health tips, healthy, New Year's resolutions, posture, quit smoking, safety, sleep, stress, sugar, vitamins, water

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    10 Heart Healthy New Year’s Resolutions

    December 26, 2014

    Ready to start the New Year fresh? Check out our list of heart-healthy New Year's resolutions to help you make healthier lifestyle choices in 2015. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute

    Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health

    Tagged with: alcohol, cholesterol, coronary artery disease, diabetes, exercise, healthy energy, heart, heart disease, heart screenings, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, New Year's Day, New Year's resolutions, smoking, stress, winter

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    How Laughing Can Benefit Your Heart

    December 23, 2014

    Sometimes laughter is the best medicine. Learn how laughter can impact your heart and overall health in a positive way during this holiday season. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute

    Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health

    Tagged with: blood pressure, cardiovascular health, chemicals, energy boost, heart attack, heart disease, Heart Health, Laughter, New Year's Day, stress, stroke, UPMC Heart and Vascular Institute

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    How Does Everyday Stress Impact Your Heart?

    November 18, 2014

    Everyday stress can affect your body in different ways, especially your heart. Learn more about the relationship between stress and your heart. Learn More

    Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health

    Tagged with: arrhythmia, Asthma, backaches, blood clots, coronary heart disease, headaches, heart, heart attack, heart disease, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, stress

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    What Are Heart Palpitations And Should You Worry?

    November 12, 2014

    Learn more about heart palpitations, commonly identified by a fluttering in the chest, by discovering the causes and risks, as well as symptoms. Learn More

    Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health

    Tagged with: abnormal heart beat, arrhythmia, caffeine, chest pain, dizziness, fear, heart, Heart and Vascular Institute, heart disease, heart failure, heart palpitations, intense exercise, light-headedness, Loss of consciousness, mitral valve prolapse, nicotine, panic attack, shortness of breath, stress

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