The February edition of First Friday focuses on the effort and ingenuity of UPMC teams and individuals who work to provide compassionate care amid complicated,… Read more
Author: News Bureau
Weathering the Storm Together
UPMC staff stepped up — as they always do — to overcome challenges from the recent winter storm to ensure our patients were cared for and our campuses were clear of… Read more
Empowering Communities to Save Lives: UPMC and Pitt’s Commitment to Cardiac Arrest Survival
When someone experiences cardiac arrest, every second counts. Survival often depends on more than advanced clinical care—it begins in the community. Recognizing this, UPMC and the University of… Read more
UPMC Mercy Burn Center Provides Free Smoke Detectors to Local Fire Departments
Winter is associated with low temperatures, snowy days, and gloomy skies as well as a higher risk of electrical fires due to the increase use of heating units.… Read more
Medical Moment: Don’t Wait to Address Back Pain
The Spine Health Foundation estimates that 80% of Americans will face back or neck pain in their lifetime. As a result, approximately 264 million U.S.… Read more