UPMC HealthBeat • August 6 2026

How Laser Treatments Improve Skin Texture and Tone | UPMC HealthBeat

Laser skin rejuvenation is a cosmetic treatment that uses focused light energy to improve the look and quality of your skin. Depending on the type of laser used, these procedures work on the surface of the skin, deeper layers, or both.

UPMC HealthBeat • July 27 2026

Healthy Habits for Men with GLP‑1s | UPMC HealthBeat

GLP-1 weight loss medications are changing how many men manage weight and metabolic health. These drugs lower appetite, improve blood sugar control, and support steady fat loss.
But fast weight changes can also affect energy, sleep, mood, muscle, and hormones — all important for men’s metabolic health and daily performance.

Bishop-McCann • July 23 2026

How to Use Your Franchise Conference to Build Brand Champions

A franchise conference is a unique opportunity to bring your franchise system together. These events are great for updates or celebrations, but the best events build strong relationships, trust, and ultimately brand champions.

UPMC HealthBeat • July 22 2026

Foods That Are Good for the Digestive System | UPMC HealthBeat

Most people have digestive problems at some point, whether it’s bloating after a meal, heartburn, constipation, gas, or stomach discomfort. What you eat plays an important role in your digestive health, supporting regular digestion and a healthy gut.

Bishop-McCann • July 9 2026

7 Ways to Increase ROI from Your Annual Software User Group Conference

A software user group conference is one of the biggest investments many companies can make in customer engagement and pipeline growth. It also comes with real pressure to prove the investment moved the business forward.

UPMC HealthBeat • July 8 2026

What Is an Anti-Inflammatory Diet? | UPMC HealthBeat

Many people try anti-inflammatory foods to ease symptoms like low energy, brain fog, joint pain, or digestive issues. Others may have an autoimmune disease or long-term health conditions in which inflammation plays a role.

UPMC HealthBeat • July 3 2026

Why Am I Craving Sugar? | UPMC HealthBeat

Maybe it hits around 3 p.m. Suddenly, all you can think about is chocolate. Or perhaps you crave something sweet after dinner, even when you feel full. Sugar itself isn’t inherently “bad” — your body uses sugar, or glucose, as a primary source of energy. But many modern diets contain far more added sugar than the body needs.

Bishop-McCann • June 25 2026

What Is Event Security - Physical Safety and Cybersecurity Explained

The chain reaction begins almost immediately after an event planner realizes something has gone wrong on site. What starts as a small disruption quickly escalates into attendee frustration, operational confusion, reputational damage, or larger event security concerns that affect the entire experience.

Bishop-McCann • June 11 2026

A Simple Guide to Launching Your First Incentive Travel Program

Planning incentive travel programs can feel like a lot to balance: budgets, logistics, stakeholder expectations, and the pressure to create something that truly motivates people to perform at a higher level.

UPMC HealthBeat • June 1 2026

When to Seek Care for a Stomach Ache | UPMC HealthBeat

Everyone has stomach pain at one time or another — after a big meal, during a stressful afternoon, or for no clear reason. Often, it’s nothing serious and settles down on its own.
The challenge is knowing what your body is trying to tell you when your stomach aches. The type of pain you have, how long it lingers, and other symptoms that tag along all offer important clues.

Bishop-McCann • May 28 2026

Why SaaS Companies Use Events in Their Go-To-Market Strategy

Events are often seen as “nice-to-have” additions to marketing budgets. But for SaaS companies, events can be one of the most powerful revenue drivers. Because SaaS leaders need channels that tie directly to revenue, events aligned with a go-to-market (GTM) strategy drive pipeline, retention, and expansion.

UPMC HealthBeat • May 22 2026

Myth or Fact: Is It OK to Eat Before Bed? | UPMC HealthBeat

Many people wonder if late-night eating matters for overall health. The truth is more nuanced. Your body is always working behind the scenes, and the timing, size, and type of your evening meals can influence how you feel — both right after eating and throughout the night.
Understanding what happens inside your body after a meal can help you make choices that support digestion, comfort, and sleep.

Bishop-McCann • May 14 2026

How to Integrate Corporate Event Themes Across Every Touchpoint

Corporate event planning means juggling vendors, timelines, budgets, and expectations. Incorporating a connected theme can seem like an added challenge, but maintaining thematic consistency is one of the greatest opportunities to elevate event design.

UPMC HealthBeat • May 12 2026

How Much Protein Should You Eat Each Day? | UPMC HealthBeat

Protein is one of the most talked-about elements of a healthy diet — and also one of the most confusing. Some people say you need more protein for energy or weight loss, while others advise against eating too much.

UPMC HealthBeat • May 6 2026

Is Matcha Healthier Than Coffee? | UPMC HealthBeat

For many people, the day doesn’t quite start until that first sip. Maybe it’s the familiar comfort of brewing coffee brewing, or the quiet routine of whisking matcha into something smooth and bright.

PatientWing • April 22 2026

From Patient to Purpose: How One Diagnosis Shaped a Career in Patient Advocacy | Patient Stories | PatientWing

Rebecca Uhl was 21 when someone finally asked a question she had never thought to ask herself.What are you going to do about that dent in your chest?Her godmother, a nurse, said it plainly. Rebecca had grown up around medicine. Her mother worked the front desk at a pediatrics office, and somehow, no one had ever flagged it as anything serious.

Bishop-McCann • April 16 2026

How to Design Incentive Trips That Deliver Authentic Cultural Experiences

Incentive travel expectations have shifted. A great resort, full itinerary, and group activities are no longer enough to differentiate a program. Attendees want experiences that feel personal, intentional, and genuinely valuable.

PatientWing • March 10 2026

When Everything Changed Overnight: Kathy Goebel’s Sudden Onset of Autoimmune Hepatitis | Patient Stories | PatientWing

For most of her life, Kathy Goebel considered herself busy, active, and deeply engaged with the people around her. She was comfortably immersed in family life and her Northeast Georgia community.  Even as a full-time caregiver for her husband, Kathy kept pace with daily responsibilities and the joyful chaos of children, grandchildren, and everyday routines.

NASM • February 28 2026

Cardio for Longevity: What Every Personal Trainer Should Know | NASM

Cardio is one of the strongest predictors of how long—and how well—someone lives.Clients often focus on cardio for weight loss or vaguely, “getting in shape.” But cardio does more than burn calories. Aerobic training drives long‑term health and is foundational to effective program design and client empowerment.

NASM • February 28 2026

Foundations First: Building Habits That Last | NASM

Quick fixes feel tempting because they promise fast results with minimal friction. But they rely on motivation, which fluctuates day‑to‑day based on stress, energy, schedules, and emotions. When motivation dips, the behavior disappears.

NASM • February 28 2026

The Role of Corrective Exercise in Building Strong Foundations | NASM

These patterns show up in small ways: a squat that shifts to one side, a shoulder that hikes during overhead movements, or a stride that feels a little uneven. Corrective exercise uncovers these hidden stories. It looks at posture, muscle imbalances, and the movement patterns that influence how someone moves, performs, and feels.

PatientWing • February 23 2026

From Quiet Symptoms to Collective Strength: How IgA Nephropathy Shaped Ruchi Ambike’s Path to Advocacy | Patient Stories | PatientWing

When Ruchi Ambike was diagnosed with IgA nephropathy (IgAN) in 2001, she didn’t realize how profoundly it would shape her life. IgAN is a rare autoimmune disease in which the body’s immune system attacks the kidneys, often progressing quietly for years before causing noticeable symptoms.

Bishop-McCann • February 12 2026

Experience Design in Action: How Intentional Event Gifting Enhances the Attendee Experience

Event gifting is often treated as a finishing touch—something added once the agenda is set, the venue is booked, and the budget is nearly spent. In many cases, it becomes a checkbox, a leftover line item, or a “nice extra” rather than a deliberate design decision.

UPMC HealthBeat • February 5 2026

Understanding Your Care from an APP | UPMC HealthBeat

A cough is one of the body’s most common reflexes — and most confusing. While it often signals a minor issue, such as irritation from dust or a lingering cold, it can also point to deeper issues in the lungs or airways.