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Senior Communities and the Holidays: Coping in 2020

December 3, 2020

A completely different holiday season is ahead for seniors and their loved ones. Here are 4 creative ways to stay connected—and stay safe. Read More

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Categorized as: COVID-19, Living and Wellness
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Top 4 Questions About Hemorrhoids

December 3, 2020

Although hemorrhoids can be itchy, uncomfortable, and sometimes downright painful, they are relatively harmless. Discover treatment options. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Digestive Disorders
Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness
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Herd Immunity and COVID-19: What You Need to Know

December 3, 2020

Herd immunity means enough people in a community are immune to a disease, which can limit the disease's spread. Find out more from UPMC. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Infectious Diseases
Categorized as: COVID-19, COVID-19 Vaccination, Living and Wellness
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Essential Items to Stock in Your Medicine Cabinet

December 2, 2020

Now that we're all stocked up on toilet paper, we should also be stocking up our medicine cabinet. Do you have the essentials? Take a look. Read More

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What Are Advanced Practice Providers?

November 30, 2020

Advanced practice providers, including physician assistants and nurse practitioners, make up a large part of the health care workforce. Read More

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Thyroid Nodules: What to Know, When to Worry

November 25, 2020

You could be walking around with a thyroid nodule – and not even know it. Learn more about treatment and care for this condition. Read More

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How to Spot the Most Common Ear Infection Symptoms

November 25, 2020

Many children suffer from ear infections. Find out the most common symptoms and treatment options from UPMC. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Pediatrics
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Pediatrics
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EILO vs Exercise-Induced Asthma: What’s the Difference?

November 24, 2020

Trouble breathing during intense exercise? It could be EILO or it could be exercised-induced asthma. Learn how to spot the differences between them. Read More

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Categorized as: Fitness, Health Topics A-Z
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Questions To Ask Your Doctor About Concussions

November 20, 2020

Every concussion is different and so is every recovery. Here are some common questions to ask your doctor about your individual concussion and recovery. Read More

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Categorized as: Concussion, Living and Wellness
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