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  • UPMC CRNA: A Health Care Role Worth Considering0

    If you’ve ever had surgery, delivered a baby via cesarean section, or undergone a procedure that required you to “go under,” chances are a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) was a key member of your care team. These highly trained professionals are responsible for administering anesthesia, managing pain, and monitoring vital signs to ensure patients

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  • UPMC Pediatrician: Preparing for Summer Break0

    As the school year wraps up, many families are looking forward to a season of sun, fun, and well-earned relaxation. Summer offers a welcome break from early mornings, packed lunches, and homework; however, it’s also a time when routines can shift dramatically. For children, these changes can affect their sleep, nutrition, safety, and even mental

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  • UPMC Expert: Prioritize Women’s Health All Year Long0

    Mother’s Day, celebrated each May during Women’s Health Month, is a great reminder to honor the women who shape our families and communities. But as we pack away the flowers and cards, it’s important to remember that women should prioritize themselves — and specifically their health — beyond just one day a year. From adolescence

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  • UPMC Expert: Recognizing Stroke and Acting Fast0

    May is Stroke Awareness Month, a time to educate ourselves and our communities about one of the leading causes of death and disability in the United States. Stroke can happen suddenly and without warning. When it occurs, time is brain. Every minute that passes can mean the difference between recovery and long-term disability, or even

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  • UPMC Expert: Prevent Warm Weather Injuries0

    With the arrival of spring, activities like baseball, tennis, golf and gardening become part of our daily lives, in addition to responsibilities like lawn mowing and other home maintenance projects. While it’s tempting to rush out into the warm weather and get started, make sure you’re following proper safety precautions to protect yourself during these

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