Heavy alcohol use and obesity are both rising in the U.S. and, increasingly, they affect the same people. A new study published today in JAMA… Read more
April 2026
Treating Tremors, Teddy Bear Clinic, Expansion in Erie, Orthopaedic Partnership | NOW EP126
In episode 126 of NOW, learn how focused ultrasound is being used as a new method to treat patients with tremors; see how UPMC Children’s… Read more
At UPMC, Adaptive Video Game Controllers Open New Avenues for Gamers
Jackson Beck’s eyes are fixed on the glowing screen in front of him. With gentle sips and puffs into his adaptive video game controller, he… Read more
David’s Divine Intervention – How Listening to His Body Led to a Lifesaving Conversation
Not every conversation with a friend is lifesaving, but for David Kimmel, 71, of Mechanicsburg, a chat with a dear friend at church helped him… Read more
Medical Moment: Keeping Your Brain Healthy Throughout Life
Our brains are built to solve problems, store and recall memories, pay attention, process language and several other tasks we don’t even think about during… Read more