Living and Wellness

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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How to Burn off Your Thanksgiving Meal

November 22, 2014

Now that you have "gobbled" down all the turkey and stuffing from Thanksgiving, it's time to burn off those calories and "step" to a healthier you! Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC
Categorized as: Fitness, Living and Wellness
Tagged with: autumn, calories, fitness, infographic, Thanksgiving, turkey, walking
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What Do I Do if My Child Has Allergies?

November 21, 2014

Learn more about common allergens, the causes and symptoms of allergies, and the best treatment options for children. Learn More

Categorized as: Pediatrics
Tagged with: allergen, Allergic disorders, allergic reaction, allergies, allergy, allergy shots, anaphylaxis, Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh of UPMC, hives, immunotherapy, pediatrics, pulmonary medicine, runny nose, seasonal allergy, spring allergy symptoms
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What Are Type 1 and Type 2 Diabetes?

November 20, 2014

Learn about diabetes, a condition that affects the way your body turns glucose from the foods you eat into energy. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Endocrinology
Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness
Tagged with: amputation, blindness, diabetes, endocrinology, family health, health & wellness, heart disease, hyperglycemia, insulin resistance, prediabetes, Type 1 diabetes, Type 2 diabetes
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What’s the Ideal Nap Time?

November 19, 2014

Did you know there are different types of naps, depending on the length? Learn more about how the length of your nap can make all the difference. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Sleep Medicine
Categorized as: Living and Wellness
Tagged with: deep sleep cycle, nap, nap benefits, nap length, nap time, sleep, sleep inertia
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Pump Up Your Body With a Pumpkin Workout!

November 17, 2014

Pump up your body during the holidays using pumpkins! Check out this infographic for 7 easy exercises that you can do at home with a pumpkin and 2 gourds. Learn More

Categorized as: Fitness
Tagged with: calories, exercise, gourd, pumpkin, Thanksgiving, unconventional, workout
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Caring for Your Heart – Why Regular Checkups Are Important

November 16, 2014

Making time to have an annual heart exam is crucial for living a healthy life. Learn how health screenings can help prevent serious heart conditions. Learn More

Categorized as: Family Health, Heart and Vascular Health
Tagged with: blood clots, cardiovascular disease, checkups, diabetes, heart, heart attack, heart disease, heart failure, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, insulin resistance, stroke
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Types of Health Insurance Plans

November 15, 2014

Learn about the difference between HMO, POS, EPO, and PPO health insurance coverage options, and find out which one would be best for you and your family. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC HealthPlan
Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness
Tagged with: ACA, Affordable Care Act, co-payment, EPO, Exclusive Provider Organization, health care reform, health insurance, Health Maintenance Organization, HMO, ObamaCare, Point of Service Plan, POS, PPO, Preferred Provider Organization, primary care physician
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What Is Prediabetes?

November 14, 2014

Learn more about diabetes and prediabetes, including information on the different tests used to diagnose the different types of diabetes. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Endocrinology
Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness
Tagged with: A1C, American Diabetes Association, diabetes, diabetes education, Fasting Plasma Glucose, Oral Glucose Tolerance Test, prediabetes
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Eating and Diet Tips During Cancer Treatment

November 13, 2014

Cancer treatment is known to cause side effects, especially taste and appetite change. Find some eating and diet tips to follow during cancer treatment Read More

Medically Reviewed by Adult Congenital Heart Disease Center
Categorized as: Cancer Care, Nutrition
Tagged with: biological therapy, cancer, cancer treatment, chemotherapy, energy, Nutrition, radiation therapy, side effects cancer, surgery, surgical oncology