Living and Wellness

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Sun Poisoning vs. Sunburn

July 29, 2016

Learn how to tell the difference between everyday sunburn and more serious sun poisoning with this guide to common symptoms. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Primary Care
Categorized as: Family Health
Tagged with: rash, severe sunburn, sun poisoning, sun rash, sunburn
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Working out on Vacation: How to Stay Fit While Traveling

July 28, 2016

Don’t let travel send your workout routine on vacation. Stay fit on the road with these easy vacation workouts. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Sports Medicine
Categorized as: Fitness, Living and Wellness
Tagged with: exercise, fitness, health and wellness, sports medicine, travel, vacations
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What Is GERD? Symptoms, Treatment, and Diet

July 26, 2016

GERD is a digestive disorder that affects the lower esophageal sphincter (LES). Learn more about GERD symptoms and treatment options. Learn More

Categorized as: Living and Wellness
Tagged with: digestive disorder, gastroesophageal reflux disease, GERD, minimally invasive surgery
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What Is a Biometric Screening?

July 24, 2016

Biometric screenings help provide a basic assessment of your overall health. Learn about how this screening can help you improve your health. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Men's Health, Women's Health
Tagged with: biometric screening, blood pressure, BMI, Health data, preventative care
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Healthier Drink Ideas: Low-Calorie Mojito Recipe

July 23, 2016

This low-calorie mojito recipe is a healthier version of a summertime drink classic. Learn More

Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Nutrition
Tagged with: calories, Our Favorite Drink Recipes, summer food suggestions
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Neti Pots: Can They Relieve Sinus Problems?

July 19, 2016

Neti pots are teapot-shaped containers that rinse out nasal passages. Learn how neti pots and nasal irrigation can help your sinus problems. Learn More

Categorized as: Family Health
Tagged with: neti pot
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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