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Article - 5 Minute Read
Using Nutrition to Fuel Your Body Before, During, and After a Marathon
running 26.2 miles, plus the weeks and months spent training, requires some high-quality fuel. Here’s what runners should know about fueling their bodies before, during, and after a marathon. Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Sports Medicine
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Article - 5 Minute Read
What Are the Symptoms of a Frozen Shoulder?
Learn about frozen shoulder symptoms, why frozen shoulders happen, and what you can do to recover faster and prevent another frozen shoulder. Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Orthopaedics
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Article - 3 Minute Read
Understanding Age-Related Vision Changes
As you get older, you may experience specific challenges with your vision. Learn more about age-related vision changes. Read More
Categorized as: Eye Health, Health Topics A-Z
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Article - 5 Minute Read
Prostate and Testicular Cancer in the LGBTQIA+ Community
Men who have sex with men and gay and bisexual men should know their risks of prostate and testicular cancers and how to get screened for these cancers. Read More
Categorized as: Cancer Care, Health Topics A-Z, LGBTQIA+ Health, Living and Wellness
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Article - 3 Minute Read
Lauren’s Story: Dedicated Alpine Skier Back on the Slopes After ACL Injury
During her freshman year in January 2023, Lauren sustained an unexpected injury. Learn about Lauren's journey to UPMC Sports Medicine. Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Sports Medicine
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Article - 3 Minute Read
The Science Behind Causes of Procrastination
We may fall into the trap of blaming ourselves for procrastination. We may think we're at fault due to a lack of self-motivation, lazy habits, or incompetence. Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Mental Health
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Article - 5 Minute Read
Andrew: Learning to Walk Again After a Hemorrhagic Stroke
Andrew, 35, and his wife were looking forward to the imminent birth of their first child in April 2022 when he collapsed in a seizure onto the floor of his Hampton Township home. Learn more. Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Rehabilitation
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Article - 5 Minute Read
Mark’s Story: Nasal Breathing to Increase Performance and Decrease Stress
Mark, a triathlete and cross country/track coach, went through breathing exercises with Ron DeAngelo at UPMC Sports Medicine to improve his performance. Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Sports Medicine
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Article - 4 Minute Read
Urinary Incontinence During Pregnancy
If you find yourself peeing frequently during pregnancy, you're not alone. Find out why pregnancy and bladder control issues are linked, and what helps. Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Pregnancy and Childbirth, Women's Health