A routine part of health care, whether a regular checkup or an emergency, includes examining the body’s vital signs. The heart, lungs and circulatory system… Read more
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This Hormone May Be the Missing Ingredient to Heart-Healthy Cholesterol Levels for Menopausal Women
Step aside estrogen. Scientists at the University of Pittsburgh have discovered a predictor of blood lipid — or cholesterol — status for midlife women that… Read more
NOW – Episode 70
In our 70th episode of UPMC NOW, a Pittsburgh bagel shop and collegiate quarterback team up to spread deliciousness at UPMC Children’s; an artist’s future… Read more
Innovative Telemedicine Program Furthers Reach of Palliative Care
UPMC’s Inpatient TelePalli Program, spearheaded by Dr. Karl B. Bezak, medical director of Inpatient Palliative Care, is possibly the only program of its kind in… Read more
Pitt Men’s Study Hosts World AIDS Day Memorial to Honor Physician who Recruited Thousands to Help in Research
The Pitt Men’s Study hosted its 35th annual World AIDS Day memorial last week to honor those who have lost their lives to HIV/AIDS-related illnesses.… Read more