Family Health

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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Learn More About Yoga

June 19, 2018

Learn more about the many different health benefits of yoga with these essential articles and explainer videos from UPMC HealthBeat. Learn More

Categorized as: Family Health
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Heat Rash Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment Options

June 12, 2018

Heat rash is the uncomfortable result of clogged sweat ducts. Learn how to identify and treat heat rash and recognize signs of infection. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC
Categorized as: Family Health, Skin Care
Tagged with: heat rash, skin
Artículo - 3 Minute Read

What Is Open Enrollment?

June 11, 2018

Learn more about open enrollment and find out how to make the best of your organization's open enrollment period. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC
Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness
Tagged with: health insurance, open enrollment, special enrollment
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4 Important Vaccines Adults Shouldn’t Skip

May 3, 2018

Older adults and seniors need protection against infectious illnesses just like children do. Vaccines are essential. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Harrisburg
Categorized as: Cold and Flu, Family Health, Health Topics A-Z, Living and Wellness
Tagged with: influenza, Pertussis, Pinnacle Health, pneumonia, shingles, vaccine, Whooping Cough
Artículo - 1 Minute Read

How Do Cold Sores Spread?

April 30, 2018

What are cold sores? Is a cold sore contagious? Find the answers to your questions about cold sores and fever blisters. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC
Categorized as: Family Health
Tagged with: cold sore, fever blister, herpes simplex virus, HSV
Artículo - 3 Minute Read

Your Health (Insurance) Matters: Talking to Your Employer

April 27, 2018

Many people access health insurance through their employer. Understanding your health insurance options is the first step toward taking control of your wellbeing. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC
Categorized as: Family Health
Tagged with: health insurance
Artículo - 6 Minute Read

Keeping Your Child Safe on the Internet at Any Age

April 13, 2018

Children of all ages are now savvier with smart devices, video chat, and other apps. Protecting kids from child predators and human traffickers has become more challenging. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Pediatrics
Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness, Pediatrics
Tagged with: Pinnacle Health
Artículo - 3 Minute Read

5 Ways to Get More Protein into Your Diet

March 16, 2018

It can be hard to incorporate protein seamlessly into your diet. Here are five ways to add more protein to dishes and meals you already love. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC
Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness, Nutrition
Tagged with: diet, Health, Nutrition, protein, USDA, Wellness
Artículo - 3 Minute Read

Can You Prevent Glaucoma? 3 Things to Start Doing Now

March 12, 2018

Glaucoma is frightening because it doesn't often cause symptoms. Learn about your risk factors and how to prevent glaucoma. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Vision Institute
Categorized as: Eye Health, Family Health, Living and Wellness
Tagged with: eye health, glaucoma, glaucoma prevention, glaucoma risk factors