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| | It's American Heart Month. Learn Why Heart Attacks Are Rising in Younger People In recent years, the proportion of people under 50 who had a heart attack rose — including a significant amount of people under 40. The causes are many: rising diabetes rates, family history, racial disparities, and COVID-19. Learn more about heart attacks in younger people and what you can do to lower your risk. | | |
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| | Can Alcohol Consumption Cause Cancer? Alcohol is the third leading cause of preventable cancer in the United States. Researchers have identified seven cancer types with direct links to alcohol use, including breast, colorectal, and liver cancer. Learn about the relationship between alcohol and cancer and how you can lower your risk. | | |
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| | | Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States, but it's preventable. Getting your heart checked can help you maintain good heart health. You can learn about your overall health and risk factors and get tips for heart-healthy living. Schedule an appointment today. | | |
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| | Sneaky Nutrition Label Claims and What They Actually Mean If you've read a food item's nutrition label, you've likely seen references to terms like "organic," "gluten-free," or "grass-fed." But what do those words actually mean? Check out our guide to learn how to correctly interpret food and drink nutrition labels. | | |
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| As of Feb. 12, all people, including patients, visitors, support persons, and staff, are encouraged to wear masks in all UPMC patient care areas. This is recommended in all health care settings, including hospitals and outpatient areas such as doctors' offices, UPMC Urgent Care locations, and testing facilities. Masks are available if you need one. For up-to-date information about masking, call 833-390-9489 or visit our website. |
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