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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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Is Sushi Safe to Eat? 3 Tips for Safer Sushi

March 8, 2018

When you're eating sushi, the last thing you want to think about it is how it could make you sick. Protect yourself with these safety tips for sushi. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Urgent Care
Categorized as: Nutrition
Tagged with: health risks, is sushi safe, listeria, parasites, salmonella, sushi, sushi safety
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Pushing Health Care Into a New Realm of Possibility

March 3, 2018

Innovation is at the core of everything UPMC does. From vision restoration to transplant, , and immunotherapy, our thinking eliminates the boundaries. Watch Now

Medically Reviewed by UPMC
Categorized as: Living and Wellness
Tagged with: innovation, UPMC
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3 Heart-Healthy Recipe Ideas You’ll Love

February 27, 2018

Do you want to make a change to your diet? Use these three heart-healthy recipes to kick-start your meal planning. Learn more about heart health at UPMC. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute
Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health, Nutrition
Tagged with: Heart Health, heart healthy recipes, Heart-Healthy Recipes, recipes
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What Foods Contain Healthy Fats? 6 Options to Try

February 26, 2018

Foods with healthy fats are an important part of your diet and health. Learn what foods you should include in your meal plan for healthy fats and heart health. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute
Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health, Nutrition
Tagged with: healthy fats, Heart Health, Nutrition
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Watch: Iceburgh’s Heart-Healthy Lunch

February 24, 2018

Let’s check out what type of heart-healthy lunch Iceburgh is carrying in his Pittsburgh Penguins® lunchbox. Watch the video for more. Watch Now

Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute
Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health, Nutrition
Tagged with: check your heart, Healthy Living, Heart Health, Iceburgh, Nutrition, Pittsburgh Penguins, video
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Fire Safety Tips That Everyone Needs to Remember

February 22, 2018

Working smoke alarms reduce the chances of dying by nearly 50 percent according to fire safety experts. Read More

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Categorized as: Pediatrics
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5 Myths About Red Wine and Heart Health

February 22, 2018

Is red wine actually good for your heart? Test your knowledge with these red wine myths and facts. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute
Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health, Nutrition
Tagged with: alcohol, Heart Health, Nutrition, red wine
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Cervical Cancer: Advances in Treatment and Prevention

February 21, 2018

Cervical cancer has become somewhat of a public health crisis among women in their 30s and 40s in Western Pennsylvania. Watch Now

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Hillman Cancer Center
Categorized as: Cancer Care, Gynecologic Cancer, Women's Health
Tagged with: cancer, chemotherapy, HPV, human papilloma virus, precancerous condition, prevalent gynecological cancer, Western Pennsylvania
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Recipe: Hummus and Veggie Wrap for Lunchtime

February 19, 2018

Looking for healthy lunchtime ideas? Start with this fresh and simple hummus-veggie wrap recipe. Watch the video for more. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC
Categorized as: Nutrition
Tagged with: healthy eating, Nutrition, Quick and Easy Recipes, recipe, video