The traditional route to test for a possible genetic disease involves a physician determining what they believe their patient might have. Then, the individual genes… Read more
Author: Taylor Andres
UPMC Launches Hill District COVID-19 Vaccine Clinic with Community Partners
It’s been a little over a year since vaccinations for COVID-19 were approved, and about 65% of Allegheny County residents are fully vaccinated. But, in… Read more
At-Home Monitoring Program for Women Receives Federal ‘Hypertension Innovator’ Award
The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS)’s Office on Women’s Health has recognized UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital, the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine and… Read more
Measuring tiny eye movements can help identify vision impairments after concussions
For up to 3 million Americans each year, what was supposed to be a fun day at the ski slopes, at a playground or on… Read more
UPMC Children’s Hospital Prepares for Omicron Surge
With more children needing hospitalization due to the Omicron variant, UPMC Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh has allocated additional rooms for the treatment of COVID-19 to… Read more