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Curious about your health? Battling the flu or another ailment? Family health topics deal with the everyday health matters that affect us all. Find information on routine medical care, disease management, and keeping your whole family healthy. Topics include first aid, cold and flu, injury prevention, and much more.

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New Vaccinations for Older Kids: When Are Kids Done With Vaccines?

May 27, 2019

Many parents are surprised to find that children need new vaccinations and boosters well into their teen years. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Pediatrics
Categorized as: Family Health, Pediatrics
Tagged with: boosters, disease, immunizations, teenagers, vaccines
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How to Talk to Your Kids About Vaping

May 24, 2019

Whether you've found a vaping device, smelled new scents, or heard your child using new words, it's time to talk to your kids about vaping. Here's how. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Pediatrics
Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness, Pediatrics
Tagged with: dangers of nicotine vaping, nicotine addiction, talk to your kids about vaping
Artículo - 3 Minute Read

Substitute These Low-Calorie Veggies for High-Carb Ingredients

May 21, 2019

Cutting calories or carbs? Here are six easy ways to replace not-so-healthy food with low-calorie veggies. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC
Categorized as: Family Health, Fitness, Health Topics A-Z, Living and Wellness, Nutrition
Tagged with: apple chips, AskADietitian@upmc.edu, carb replacements, energy, fewer carbs, food processor, low calorie veggies, nutrition services, olive oil
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The Health Benefits of Sweet Potatoes

May 20, 2019

The health benefits of sweet potatoes are many. Learn about the nutrients in these root veggies and preparation that maximizes sweet potato benefits. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC
Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness, Nutrition
Tagged with: food, healthy oil
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How to Help Someone With Depression

May 16, 2019

Is your friend or family member struggling with their mental health? Here's how to help someone with depression. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Western Behavioral Health
Categorized as: Family Health, Health Topics A-Z, Living and Wellness, Mental Health
Tagged with: depression, disease, how to help someone with depression, illness, mental health, mental illness, self-care, strain, Suicide
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What to Expect From an Oral Biopsy

May 14, 2019

An oral biopsy is the primary way to determine whether a suspicious lesion or mass in your mouth or throat is oral cancer. Here's what you need to know. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Hillman Cancer Center
Categorized as: Cancer Care, Family Health, Living and Wellness
Tagged with: oral biopsy, Oral Cancer Foundation, oral cancers
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Colonoscopy Preparation: What to Expect During a Colonoscopy

May 9, 2019

A colonoscopy is one of the best ways to detect colon cancer. Here's what to expect during your colonoscopy appointment. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC
Categorized as: Cancer Care, Family Health, Living and Wellness
Tagged with: colon cancer, rectal cancer
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Why You Should Protect Your Hearing

May 6, 2019

Occupational hearing loss is one of the most common workplace hazards in the U.S., so protecting your hearing at work is important. Here's how. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Ear Nose and Throat
Categorized as: Family Health, Health Topics A-Z, Living and Wellness, Safety
Tagged with: buzzing in the ears, Center for Hearing and Communication, chemicals, deafness, decibels, ear pain, ears, hearing loss, loud noises at work, Musicians' Hearing Center, occupational hearing loss, United States, work-related hearing loss
Artículo - 8 Minute Read

Healthy Diets for College Students: How to Eat Well on Campus

April 30, 2019

Eating healthy in college isn't impossible. Make your health a priority this semester with our advice on healthy diets for college students. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC
Categorized as: Family Health, Fitness, Living and Wellness, Men's Health, New Here, Nutrition, Pediatrics, Women's Health
Tagged with: energy-boosting snacks