Every year, from fall to early spring, the flu causes up to 40,000 hospitalizations among U.S. children. Yet, although the Centers for Disease Control and… Read more
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NOW – Episode 36
Episode 36 of NOW shows us how one hospital is honoring their patients and forever-fighters amidst the pandemic, how UPMC plans to test and evaluate… Read more
One small part of a human antibody has the potential to work as a drug for both prevention and therapy of COVID-19
Although a vaccine could be the ultimate solution to curb the COVID-19 pandemic and stop future ones, it will not be 100% effective. If it… Read more
Substance Use Disorder Linked to Severe Health Problems in Pregnant Women
Pregnant women who use opioids and amphetamines have a higher risk of severe health problems during pregnancy than women who do not use these drugs,… Read more
Twindemic: UPMC prepares for Flu and COVID-19
UPMC is preparing for the challenges associated with flu season overlapping with the COVID-19 pandemic. With countries in the Southern Hemisphere reporting a milder flu… Read more