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Zika in Pennsylvania? Preventing Zika at Home

July 16, 2016

Is the Zika virus in Pennsylvania? Even as the number of Zika cases grows internationally, the risk of contracting the virus in PA is highly unlikely. Learn More

Categorized as: Family Health
Tagged with: Birth Defects, infection, Mosquito-borne illness, zika virus
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What Men Need to Know About the Zika Virus

July 12, 2016

Men can pass the Zika virus to their sexual partners, causing birth defects in unborn children. Learn how the Zika virus affects men. Learn More

Categorized as: Family Health, Men's Health
Tagged with: Men's Health, Mosquito-borne illness, zika virus
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The Link Between Zika and Birth Defects

July 10, 2016

Does Zika cause birth defects? Learn more about the risk of birth defects from Zika — and what expecting mothers can do to protect themselves. Learn More

Categorized as: Family Health
Tagged with: Birth Defects, CDC, infectious disease, Microcephaly, Mosquito-borne illness, zika
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6 Tips For Healthier Summer Drinks

July 9, 2016

When consumed in moderation, these healthier versions of our favorite summer drinks can help you cut down on sugar and calorie intake. Learn More

Categorized as: Nutrition
Tagged with: eating healthy, food and drink, healthier summer drinks, Nutrition, Our Favorite Drink Recipes, recipes, summer season tips
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Zika Virus: Myths vs. Facts

July 8, 2016

How much of a threat does the Zika virus really pose? Decipher fact from myth with our guide to Zika. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Magee-Womens
Categorized as: Family Health, Pregnancy and Childbirth, Women's Health
Tagged with: Mosquito-borne illness, viral infection, zika virus
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Hurricane Safety: Essential Tips for Travel

July 7, 2016

Find essential hurricane safety tips for before, during, and after the storm. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Trauma & Emergency Medicine
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Safety
Tagged with: emergency medicine, hurricanes, safety tips, Storm safety
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Zika Virus: Updates, Facts, Essential Information

July 5, 2016

Looking for Zika updates? Check back in with UPMC HealthBeat to learn about Zika symptoms, travel warnings, and guidelines for pregnant women. Learn More

Categorized as: Family Health, Women's Health
Tagged with: Birth Defects, infectious disease, mobile featured, women's health, zika virus
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Zika Virus and Pregnancy: Risk Factors and Prevention

July 5, 2016

The Zika virus can cause severe birth defects in unborn babies. Learn what pregnant women can do to protect themselves from this mosquito-borne condition. Learn More

Categorized as: Family Health
Tagged with: Birth Defects, Mosquito-borne illness, pregnancy, women's health, zika
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Is It Safe to Take Aspirin During Pregnancy?

July 4, 2016

Doctors recommend pregnant women avoid taking aspirin, though small doses are usually not problematic. Learn more about aspirin risk for pregnant women. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Magee-Womens
Categorized as: Pregnancy and Childbirth, Women's Health
Tagged with: aspirin, aspirin alternatives, aspirin and pregnancy, pregnancy