Although moms are celebrated every day at UPMC, newborns wore adorable “Mommy & Me” matching hats and headbands to remind moms just how special they… Read more
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On the Hunt for a Cure to the Disease that Gave Rise to Vampire Legends
Romanian prince Vlad III of Wallachia, popularly known as Vlad Dracula, is famous for his aversion to sunlight – a trait that gave rise to… Read more
Antibiotic Overuse Curbed at Community Hospitals Through Innovative UPMC Program
Antimicrobials – such as the antibiotic penicillin – are frequently used to treat infections and infectious diseases. They are also one of the few medical… Read more
When Doctors Receive Alerts for Treating Heart Condition, More Black Patients Get Life-Saving Therapy
For patients suffering from severe cardiomyopathy, which makes it hard for the heart to pump blood throughout the body, a device called an implantable cardioverter-defibrillator… Read more
No Joke: The Benefits of Laughing Out Loud
Experts suggest a little laughter each day to build resiliency, improve health, and find more joy. Andrea Brown, M.A., community program educator at UPMC Western… Read more