Living and Wellness

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What Is Sepsis? Symptoms and Treatment

September 20, 2017

Sepsis is a life-threatening condition that results from an infection in your body. Learn more about risk factors, symptoms, and treatment. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC, Infectious Diseases
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Safety
Tagged with: infection, Pinnacle Health, Sepsis, septic shock
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Quiz: Myths and Facts About Fruits and Veggies

September 19, 2017

Is fruit high in sugar? Are potatoes actually good for you? Should you avoid freezing your favorite vegetables? Test your produce knowledge. Start Quiz

Medically Reviewed by UPMC
Categorized as: Nutrition
Tagged with: healthy eating, Nutrition, produce, quizzes
Artículo - 2 Minute Read

How to Stop Enabling Drug Addiction

September 18, 2017

Did you know your actions may be encouraging a loved one's drug addiction? Learn to recognize the signs of enabling drug use. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Western Behavioral Health
Categorized as: Family Health, Mental Health
Tagged with: drug abuse, drug addiction, enabling, substance abuse
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Video Recipe: How to Make an Acai Bowl

September 15, 2017

Acai bowls are thick, creamy concoctions with a consistency similar to a smoothie. Learn how to make your own with this acai bowl recipe. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC
Categorized as: Nutrition
Tagged with: acai, acai bowl, how to make an acai bowl, Nutrition, Smoothie Recipes
Artículo - 6 Minute Read

What Is Parent Shaming?

September 15, 2017

We’ve all been there – we pass judgment after seeing another parent that doesn’t coincide with our own idea of parenting. Learn more. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Harrisburg
Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness
Tagged with: Pinnacle Health
Artículo - 2 Minute Read

Get to Know Dr. Jennifer Steiman of UPMC East and Magee-Womens Hospital

September 14, 2017

Meet Jennifer Steiman, MD, a breast cancer surgeon who will soon join the staff at UPMC. Learn more about Dr. Steiman's background. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC
Categorized as: Cancer Care, Women's Health
Tagged with: breast cancer, Magee-Womens Hospital UPMC, surgical oncology, UPMC East
Artículo - 6 Minute Read

Are Fitness Trackers Really Effective? The Surprising Truth

September 13, 2017

Fitness trackers can be beneficial — when used effectively. Learn how you can make the most of your fitness tracker. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Primary Care
Categorized as: Fitness, Living and Wellness
Tagged with: Primary care
Artículo - 3 Minute Read

Caring for a Baby During a Natural Disaster

September 13, 2017

Having a baby at home during a disaster is stressful. Follow these family safety tips to be prepared for an emergency or natural disaster. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC
Categorized as: Family Health, Pregnancy and Childbirth, Safety
Tagged with: disaster, disaster response with children, hurricane, hurricane preparedness, infants in natural disaster, natural disaster
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What Parents Should Know About Teens’ Sleep and Media Use

September 12, 2017

Is your child spending hours using social media apps on their mobile phone, playing video games, watching TV, or using their laptop? If so, you’re not alone. The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) reports that overall media use among adolescents has grown exponentially over the past 10 years, especially with increased mobile phone availability and… Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC
Categorized as: Pediatrics
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