Living and Wellness

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What You Should Know About Being a Health Care Proxy

June 2, 2016

If you are caring for an elderly loved one, you may be asked to serve as his or her Health Care Proxy. Learn more. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Harrisburg
Categorized as: Living and Wellness
Tagged with: elderly, Pinnacle Health
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Finding Hope with Huntington’s Disease

June 1, 2016

Huntington's Disease is a genetic brain disorder that affects more than 30,000 Americans. Learn more about its symptoms and treatment. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Neurosurgery
Categorized as: Family Health, Neurosurgery and Brain Health
Tagged with: brain disorders, Genetic Disorders, Huntington's Disease, Neurology
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What is Binge Eating Disorder

May 31, 2016

Binge Eating Disorder is characterized by compulsive overeating. Learn more about Binge Eating Disorder, including symptoms and treatment options. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Digestive Disorders
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Nutrition
Tagged with: Binge Eating Disorder, depression, obesity
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Heart-Healthy Recipes: Chicken Breasts with Mushroom Sauce

May 28, 2016

Looking for a pan-seared chicken breasts in mushroom sauce recipe? This healthy chicken dish makes for a guilt-free dinner. View Recipe

Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute
Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health, Living and Wellness, Nutrition
Tagged with: Healthy Cooking, Heart Health, Our Favorite Chicken Recipes, recipes
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5 Tips to Help You Stay Safe on Memorial Day

May 27, 2016

Stay safe this summer: These five Memorial Day Safety Tips ensure you can relax and enjoy the unofficial start of summer. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Urgent Care
Categorized as: Safety
Tagged with: Memorial Day, safety tips
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What Is a Trauma Center? Trauma Center Levels Explained

May 26, 2016

Learn more about trauma center levels and the types of injuries they're equipped to address so you know where to go in an emergency. Learn More

Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness
Tagged with: emergency, ER vs. Trauma Center, trauma
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Is Frozen Yogurt Really Healthy?

May 22, 2016

What's the difference between frozen yogurt and ice cream? And is fro-yo really healthy? Find out more about the nutrition frozen yogurt. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Digestive Disorders
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Nutrition
Tagged with: dairy products, frozen yogurt, Healthy Dessert Recipes, Nutrition, portion control
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Healthy Recipe: Veggie and Goat Cheese Pie

May 21, 2016

Learn how to make vegetable and goat cheese phyllo pie, a delicious and heart-healthy vegetarian treat from UPMC. View Recipe

Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute
Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health, Nutrition
Tagged with: Vegetarian and Plant-Based Recipes
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Eye Opening: How Our Eyes Reveal Health Clues

May 20, 2016

Your eyes can reveal a host of chronic health problems, ranging from HIV to high cholesterol. Learn eye symptoms to watch for with our eye health guide. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Vision Institute
Categorized as: Eye Health, Living and Wellness
Tagged with: eye health, eyes, vision