Media RSShttps://www.upmc.com/media/media-rssThis is a feed of all recent news releases from the UPMC Media Relations team.en{715FC682-A225-445D-B1D8-56C6EF72AC8C}https://www.upmc.com/media/news/031224-oncology-mental-healthA Simple Intervention Benefits Both Hospitals and Cancer PatientsA Pitt School of Medicine study showed that cancer patients who received specialized mental health support as part of their treatment plan are more likely to see improvements in their quality of life.Tue, 12 Mar 2024 00:00:00 -0400{A4A77EE5-A968-4A0A-B40F-586B21F69A5D}https://www.upmc.com/media/news/031124-biological-agingNew Study Reveals Molecular Fingerprint of Biological Aging New research uncovers blood-based markers linked with healthy and rapid aging, allowing the prediction of a person’s biological age.Mon, 11 Mar 2024 00:00:00 -0400{11EC98C2-1969-46A7-AB42-E83BA1383C51}https://www.upmc.com/media/news/030424-ai-diagnoses-infectionsNew AI Smartphone Tool Accurately Diagnoses Ear Infections New AI Smartphone Tool Accurately Diagnoses Ear Infections Mon, 04 Mar 2024 00:00:00 -0500{0B4BD8CA-4685-4239-B134-7889050BCCA7}https://www.upmc.com/media/news/030424-health-insurance-premiumsReinsurance Programs May Make Coverage Less AffordablePrograms Intended to Reduce Health Insurance Premiums May Make Coverage Less Affordable for the Middle Class Mon, 04 Mar 2024 00:00:00 -0500{5638642B-7561-4B56-A056-AAB50027D82B}https://www.upmc.com/media/news/030424-most-ethical-companiesUPMC Named as One of the World’s Most Ethical CompaniesEthisphere Again Names UPMC as One of the World’s Most Ethical CompaniesMon, 04 Mar 2024 00:00:00 -0500{3707AD71-E78E-426E-92AE-B104134AEBAF}https://www.upmc.com/media/news/030424-upmc-ismettUPMC’s Mediterranean Impact Grows With Completion of 3,000 TransplantsA press conference in Sicily with Italian officials commemorates the milestone achievementMon, 04 Mar 2024 00:00:00 -0500{60F15B1B-DB18-44E0-B7A6-48E4C9699BE3}https://www.upmc.com/media/news/022924-childrens-rehabilitation-jamesonUPMC Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh Brings Pediatric Care to UPMC JamesonChildren and families in Lawrence and Mercer counties and beyond now have local access to UPMC Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh’s pediatric rehabilitation services at UPMC Jameson. Thu, 29 Feb 2024 00:00:00 -0500{1249C2AE-9B9A-4CC3-99D1-A8FEE2AB25DF}https://www.upmc.com/media/news/022824-hillman-cancer-centerUPMC Hillman Cancer Center Opens New Outpatient CenterUPMC continues its growth on the campus of UPMC West Shore and across central Pennsylvania with the opening of a new UPMC Hillman Cancer Center.Wed, 28 Feb 2024 00:00:00 -0500{4952979F-B20E-4850-AEB7-629415ACF582}https://www.upmc.com/media/news/022724-diabetes-controlSurgery Superior to Medical & Lifestyle Changes for Diabetes RemissionBariatric surgery is more effective than medical and lifestyle modifications for achieving long-term type 2 diabetes control, according to new research.Tue, 27 Feb 2024 00:00:00 -0500{D1294992-03FE-44CE-97E6-DAF1C159864C}https://www.upmc.com/media/news/022624-health-equity-expertHealth Equity Expert Appointed Deputy Director at UPMC Hillman Health Equity Expert Appointed Deputy Director at UPMC Hillman aimed at reducing health disparities and advancing the science of community outreach.Mon, 26 Feb 2024 00:00:00 -0500{2624C14F-D322-442E-8FE3-6B75669E0A54}https://www.upmc.com/media/news/022324-st-margaret-magnetUPMC St. Margaret Again Earns Prestigious Nursing Recognition Fri, 23 Feb 2024 00:00:00 -0500{9F0DF2B9-B5AE-4638-AD53-BF6175B096F3}https://www.upmc.com/media/news/022224-hillman-horizonUPMC Hillman Cancer Center at UPMC Horizon Starts Cancer Care ExpansionThu, 22 Feb 2024 00:00:00 -0500{FB5E4614-24F4-441D-A959-7CB7E92B925A}https://www.upmc.com/media/news/022024-geographic-disparitiesAccess to Addiction Treatment Medication May Be Linked to RaceA life-saving medication, is far less accessible in geographic areas with racially and ethnically diverse populations than in predominantly white areas. Tue, 20 Feb 2024 00:00:00 -0500{E17AE131-091E-451E-B475-DFF55B33039F}https://www.upmc.com/media/news/021924-too-much-proteinToo Much of This Amino Acid is Bad for Your Arteries, Pitt Study FindsConsuming over 22% of dietary calories from protein can activate immune cells that play a role in atherosclerotic plaque formation and increase disease risk. Mon, 19 Feb 2024 00:00:00 -0500{8F855291-CB76-40C9-8553-219715E079FA}https://www.upmc.com/media/news/021524-ccm-aiAI Oversight of Growing Interest to Health Care Executives AI Oversight of Growing Interest to Health Care Executives Thu, 15 Feb 2024 00:00:00 -0500{5C9694AC-634B-436F-B705-831B3A0B85C3}https://www.upmc.com/media/news/021424-phage-therapyDrug-Resistant Bacteria Responds to Phage-Antibiotic Combo TherapyAn experimental treatment using viruses to kill bacteria gives a mother more months of life and furthers knowledge to help future patients.Wed, 14 Feb 2024 00:00:00 -0500{60BA35D5-4151-451C-B53F-9FAB336BB718}https://www.upmc.com/media/news/021324-are-you-depressedAre You Depressed? Scents Might Help, New Study Says Smelling a familiar scent can help depressed individuals recall specific autobiographical memories and potentially assist in their recovery.Tue, 13 Feb 2024 00:00:00 -0500{DA5BC515-B52F-42F8-B1D3-6129950E1FEF}https://www.upmc.com/media/news/021224-hearing-lossPitt Scientists Discover How Loud Noise May Cause Hearing Loss Experiments showed that drugs that trap excess zinc in the inner ear can help restore lost hearing or can protect from hearing loss.Mon, 12 Feb 2024 00:00:00 -0500{9C29886A-4026-47A9-A683-172C33F25D6A}https://www.upmc.com/media/news/020824-decongestant-from-marketNew Study Points to Supply Chain DisruptionsIn a new study of purchasing patterns, researchers at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine found that phenylephrine remained the most popularThu, 08 Feb 2024 00:00:00 -0500{1CC336E8-11B5-4423-BE05-F2FFB68041C9}https://www.upmc.com/media/news/013024-peru-nida-grantPitt Receives New Grant to Improve Opioid Use Disorder TreatmentThe University of Pittsburgh School of Pharmacy has received a five-year, $7.8 million grant to improve quality of care for patients with opioid use disorder across Pennsylvania. Tue, 30 Jan 2024 00:00:00 -0500{ADE45EAD-4E23-4E08-A1D7-E73B57B56EE2}https://www.upmc.com/media/news/011624-horizon-edUPMC Horizon Emergency Department in Farrell Expanding in Response to Community NeedUPMC Horizon-Shenango Valley will soon begin work on a more than $1 million expansion project in the Emergency Department that will add five additional beds, providing greater capacity to offer the most accessible emergency medical care for residents in Mercer and Lawerence counties.Tue, 16 Jan 2024 00:00:00 -0500{0002A75A-1295-417C-9A36-D51CDEA8C076}https://www.upmc.com/media/news/010824-medicare-disabilities-contraceptionBarriers to Contraceptive Access for Disabled Medicare EnrolleesContraceptive use is low among reproductive-aged people with disabilities who are enrolled in Medicare, according to a new Pitt study. Lack of contraceptive coverage by Medicare may prevent disabled enrollees from access.Mon, 08 Jan 2024 00:00:00 -0500{EAC68CA2-9CB1-44BB-B199-BE600DF65476}https://www.upmc.com/media/news/122223-predicting-alz-dementiaPredicting Alzheimer’s Dementia in Oldest of the OldSeverity of amyloid deposition in the brain — not just age — may be key to determining who will benefit from new therapies that delay Alzheimer’s disease progression, new Pitt study says.Fri, 22 Dec 2023 00:00:00 -0500{90EF386A-E101-491D-B27D-B275F9B2F190}https://www.upmc.com/media/news/122123-son-graduationsUPMC Schools of Nursing Celebrate Nearly 200 New GraduatesThis month, the UPMC Schools of Nursing celebrated commencement ceremonies for the graduating classes of 2023 with 197 new nurses ready to take the next steps in their careers following their license exams.Thu, 21 Dec 2023 00:00:00 -0500{1C36E6EF-12B3-48CE-8363-8FB898608CDD}https://www.upmc.com/media/news/121423-spinal-cord-stimulationSpinal Cord Stimulation Helps People with Lower Limb Amputation Spinal cord stimulation can elicit sensation in the missing foot and alleviate phantom limb pain, improving the quality of life and making walking easier.Thu, 14 Dec 2023 00:00:00 -0500{6CF9548B-8FEC-48A6-A784-E63E3ACD04AF}https://www.upmc.com/media/news/121323-hex-embryoidNew Embryo-Like Model Simulates Early Human Blood ProductionPitt researchers have developed a new embryo-like model derived from adult cells that replicates key features of early human development, including the generation of blood cells.Wed, 13 Dec 2023 00:00:00 -0500{43D6164C-D63E-44C6-9026-32D509DAA448}https://www.upmc.com/media/news/121123-cancer-lymph-fluidNovel Liquid Biopsy of Lymph Fluid for Head and Neck CancerAnalysis of lymphatic fluid from surgical drains could help inform more precise treatments for patients with head and neck cancer caused by human papillomavirus.Mon, 11 Dec 2023 00:00:00 -0500{4D67D30E-827A-4736-B4C9-4805951F8C4A}https://www.upmc.com/media/news/120523-magee-us-news-againUPMC Magee-Womens Hospital Again Named to U.S. News & World Report Best Hospitals for Maternity CareUPMC Magee-Womens Hospital, a worldwide leader in women's health and research, has been recognized again as a 2023-2024 High Performing Hospital for Maternity Care (Uncomplicated Pregnancy) by U.S. News & World Report.Tue, 05 Dec 2023 00:00:00 -0500{54EAB3B5-344E-48BF-8F10-A39DDA6939E5}https://www.upmc.com/media/news/112923-methadone-cancer-oudCancer Patients With Opioid Use Disorder Face Obstacles To TreatmentA cancer diagnosis can greatly disrupt treatment with methadone, a medication used to treat patients with opioid use disorder, according to a perspective piece published recently by University of Pittsburgh researchers.Wed, 29 Nov 2023 00:00:00 -0500{0F8069AC-EEA3-4473-B1EF-7B4AA2F97561}https://www.upmc.com/media/news/112723-alzheimers-brain-inflammationAlzheimer’s Patients’ Irritability Caused by Brain InflammationThe finding strengthens evidence for the role of neuroinflammation in Alzheimer’s progression and suggests new pathways to develop therapies to help patients and caregivers.Mon, 27 Nov 2023 00:00:00 -0500{25B153F1-164F-4848-8957-90E50FDB6723}https://www.upmc.com/media/news/112123-q3-2023-financial-resultsUPMC’s Third-Quarter Financial Results Reflect Continuation of UPMC’s Mission to Serve Patients and Communities Amid Industry HeadwindsRead a news release about UPMC’s third-quarter Financial Results reflecting continuation of UPMC’s mission to serve patients and communities amid industry headwinds.Tue, 21 Nov 2023 00:00:00 -0500{D2C1E984-91A1-4EBB-8EAE-0F8E55E2555D}https://www.upmc.com/media/news/112023-chair-medicinePitt and UPMC Announce New Chair of MedicineAnne Marie Lennon, M.D., Ph.D., a physician-scientist and leading innovator in the early detection of pancreatic cancer, will be the next chair of medicine at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine and UPMC.Mon, 20 Nov 2023 00:00:00 -0500{E994C73A-3B6A-48E3-8352-83FE32C1F7A3}https://www.upmc.com/media/news/111723-genetics-head-shapeNew Study Reveals the Genetics of Human Head ShapePitt researchers have discovered a suite of genes that influence head shape in humans.Fri, 17 Nov 2023 00:00:00 -0500{CA0DD152-C51D-4E99-88D3-0AD54F3183FB}https://www.upmc.com/media/news/111723-pph-alumni-awardsPitt Public Health Honors Alumni at Awards CeremonyThe University of Pittsburgh School of Public Health will recognize nine alumni for their outstanding service to the field of public health at an awards ceremony.Fri, 17 Nov 2023 00:00:00 -0500{558F5FC5-9CCE-44FD-8908-1EBF902FC147}https://www.upmc.com/media/news/111623-methadone-accessProposed Law Would Expand Methadone Access, But Gaps Would RemainThe federal Modernizing Opioid Treatment Act, or MOTA, would expand methadone access to an additional 14% of census tracts in the U.S., but rural communities would largely be left out.Thu, 16 Nov 2023 00:00:00 -0500{4DFB4118-1B50-47C7-98E7-917CE33F5129}https://www.upmc.com/media/news/111523-chief-legal-officerUPMC Appoints New Chief Legal OfficerUPMC announced the appointment of Mark L. Tamburri to the position of executive vice president and chief legal officer. He will succeed Tom McGough who will retire at the end of the year.Wed, 15 Nov 2023 00:00:00 -0500{FCA839C7-C532-46E6-A75B-AB01AF1DF2E5}https://www.upmc.com/media/news/111523-military-friendlyUPMC Named Top 10 Military Friendly EmployerUPMC has been named both a nationwide top 10 Military Friendly Employer and a Military Spouse Friendly Employer for 2024 for its commitment to serving the military and veteran community.Wed, 15 Nov 2023 00:00:00 -0500{05E8EDAB-629F-44C7-99BD-6721E827B723}https://www.upmc.com/media/news/111123-blood-heart-attackTransfusing More Blood May Benefit Patients Who Have Had Heart Attack and Have AnemiaAn international clinical trial found that a liberal blood transfusion given to patients who have had a heart attack and also have anemia may be more beneficial than a restrictive approach.Sat, 11 Nov 2023 00:00:00 -0500{D4E9A3DE-E3DF-4909-8E0C-89BA61E12874}https://www.upmc.com/media/news/110723-chp-heart-instituteUPMC Announces Heart Institute Expansion at UPMC Children’s Hospital of PittsburghUPMC will construct a new Heart Institute at UPMC Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh, elevating care and technology in pediatric cardiology for patients and their families.Tue, 07 Nov 2023 00:00:00 -0500{020DDBEC-B0DA-4702-9F1C-2DBCD788E0CC}https://www.upmc.com/media/news/110623-fall-leapfrog-gradesLeapfrog Top Safety Grade Awarded to 18 UPMC HospitalsThis fall, The Leapfrog Group, a national organization that aims to improve health care quality and safety for consumers and purchasers, gave 18 UPMC hospitals its highest achievable safety mark.Mon, 06 Nov 2023 00:00:00 -0500{EFBFDC3B-4C1F-454E-B461-4E21053AD556}https://www.upmc.com/media/news/110123-chp-pediatrics-hamotUPMC Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh Expands Inpatient Pediatrics at UPMC HamotUPMC Hamot announced the naming of their nine-bed pediatric unit to UPMC Children’s at UPMC Hamot, forming a closer alignment with the specialists and leadership of Pittsburgh-based UPMC Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh and expanding inpatient pediatric services.Wed, 01 Nov 2023 00:00:00 -0400{9DF792FD-B478-46FD-AE72-1912CDFC0145}https://www.upmc.com/media/news/110123-cognitive-developmentResearchers Map Cognitive Development Through Adolescence The ability to plan, switch from task to task and resist tempting distractions usually matures by the time an individual turns 18 years old, Pitt study says.Wed, 01 Nov 2023 00:00:00 -0400{72673607-0BCE-4A28-9101-5E4DD885F868}https://www.upmc.com/media/news/102423-covid-child-care-centersStudy: Child Care Centers Unlikely Source for COVID-19 TransmissionChildren in child care centers are not spreading COVID-19 at significant rates to caregivers or other children at the center, nor to their households, a new Pitt/UPMC Children's study finds.Tue, 24 Oct 2023 00:00:00 -0400{AC329C01-C652-4610-81C3-E7596A56EB38}https://www.upmc.com/media/news/101623-tuberculosis-vaccinesNew Pitt Research Points Out Ways to Improve Tuberculosis Vaccines A previous role for a class of cells in the early stages of tuberculosis (TB) infection could be used to boost the efficacy of existing and future TB vaccines. Mon, 16 Oct 2023 00:00:00 -0400{CD95C630-5DD9-4098-8E21-44F0401A08EA}https://www.upmc.com/media/news/101223-chime-most-wiredUPMC Recognized as ‘Most Wired’ Health System for 25th YearUPMC has been named one of the nation’s “Digital Health Most Wired” health systems by the College of Healthcare Information Management Executives (CHIME) for the 25th year in a row.Thu, 12 Oct 2023 00:00:00 -0400{A3F86AD6-0CFA-447D-933A-47EFBD0CC6A9}https://www.upmc.com/media/news/101123-ldlt-cell-infusionPotential for Organ Transplant Without Long-Term ImmunosuppressionStudy finds giving living donor liver transplant recipients an infusion of donor immune cells a week before transplantation is feasible, safe — and may spare them the need for a lifetime of taking immunosuppression medication.Wed, 11 Oct 2023 00:00:00 -0400{47912521-8898-45E8-9078-DB9728C6932A}https://www.upmc.com/media/news/100323-joy-in-medicineUPMC Honored by AMA for Promoting Well-Being of Health Care WorkersUPMC has earned recognition from the American Medical Association for its efforts to combat work-related stress and burnout.Tue, 03 Oct 2023 00:00:00 -0400{8CDFB587-E23C-4EDD-B3CD-4BE2903EAFAA}https://www.upmc.com/media/news/100223-urgent-eye-care-clinicUPMC Vision Institute Opens Urgent Eye Care ClinicThe UPMC Vision Institute opened a new clinic where patients can be treated for a variety of acute ophthalmology emergencies. It is one of the few clinics nationwide dedicated to urgent care of eye problems and the only one in Pennsylvania.Mon, 02 Oct 2023 00:00:00 -0400{3AE531A7-092F-4197-9ED5-329CDDBB62EF}https://www.upmc.com/media/news/092923-bird-fluTo Prepare for Next Pandemic, Pitt Researchers Tackle Bird FluResearchers improved the way of testing potential vaccines against bird flu.Fri, 29 Sep 2023 00:00:00 -0400{356A7F2B-9ABE-44E4-A657-6A872D551B4B}https://www.upmc.com/media/news/092623-low-back-painLow Back Pain Episodes Shorter When Patients Choose Physical Therapy FirstPatients who first seek physical therapy or chiropractic care have better outcomes for low back pain, according to new research from the University of Pittsburgh.Tue, 26 Sep 2023 00:00:00 -0400