Living and Wellness

You want to lead a healthier life, but don’t know how to get started. Read more here for an approach that helps you build a stronger, fitter body and mind.

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How to Calculate Your BMI: Determining Your Range

April 16, 2019

Do you truly understand what BMI, or body mass index, is? Calculating BMI can be a good start to determining your health. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Bariatric Services
Categorized as: Family Health, Fitness, Living and Wellness, Nutrition
Tagged with: BMI, body mass index, obesity
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Common Myths About Weight Loss

April 12, 2019

Trying to live healthier often means sifting through many myths about weight loss. We're here to dispel some of these myths and give you the facts. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Bariatric Services
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Nutrition
Tagged with: lose weight, weight loss myths, weight management
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How to Choose a Pediatrician: Finding the Right Doctor for Your Child

April 10, 2019

Finding a pediatrician you trust is one of your first major parental responsibilities. Your search starts here. Learn more about finding the right doctor. Watch Now

Medically Reviewed by Pediatrics
Categorized as: Family Health, Pediatrics
Tagged with: pediatrician
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Weight Loss and Alcohol: Should You Quit Drinking to Lose Weight?

April 8, 2019

If you're trying to lose weight and eat in a health conscience manner, it's good to start by cutting sources of empty calories, like alcohol. Read More

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Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Living and Wellness, Nutrition
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Do I Have Parkinson’s Disease or an Essential Tremor?

April 1, 2019

While you may be familiar with Parkinson’s disease, essential tremor is much less known, yet much more common—eight times more common, in fact. Read More

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Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness
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Survive and Thrive During Menopause

April 1, 2019

Although menopause is a natural part of aging, many women aren’t happy when they start recognizing the signs. But you can take steps to help. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Women's Health
Tagged with: gynecology, womens health
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From Hip Surgery to Appalachian Trail Hike in Less Than a Year

April 1, 2019

Craig Uhler of Williamsport isn’t one to sit still for very long. Last year, his job as a land surveyor had him on his feet and in the outdoors most of the time. Read More

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Categorized as: Living and Wellness
Tagged with: physical therapy
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Healthy Partners: Employee Wellness Solutions in Northcentral PA

April 1, 2019

UPMC in the Susquehanna region is an integrated health system, offering exceptional health care throughout northcentral Pennsylvania. As your community partner and trusted health care source, UPMC developed Healthy Partners -- a free program that works with employers and employees to improve wellness at the workplace, encourage a healthy lifestyle, and help to reduce health care costs. Read More

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Categorized as: Living and Wellness
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Satisfy Your Sweet Tooth: A Balanced Approach to Sugar Intake

April 1, 2019

Have a sweet tooth? Learn how to cut sugar cravings in our blog! | UPMC Pinnacle Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Harrisburg
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Nutrition
Tagged with: Pinnacle Health