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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Adjusting to Daylight Saving Time

March 6, 2014

Daylight saving time will take place on the second Sunday of March this year. Learn some quick and easy tips to help with the time change transition. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Sleep Medicine
Categorized as: Living and Wellness
Tagged with: biorhythm, circadian rhythm, daylight saving, daylight saving time, daylight savings, daylight savings time, melatonin, Patrick J Strollo MD, sleep, sleep deprivation, sleep habits, University of Pittsburgh Sleep Disorder Program
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Headaches vs. Migraines – What’s the Difference?

March 4, 2014

Migraines and headaches are similar in many ways. Learn about the key differences between the two and the treatment options for each. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Neurosurgery
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Neurosurgery and Brain Health
Tagged with: headaches, migraine, tension headache
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How Do I Know if My Child Has a UTI?

March 1, 2014

A UTI is a very common infection among children. Learn more about UTIs, their symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment options. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Pediatrics
Categorized as: Pediatrics
Tagged with: abdominal pain, bacterial infection, chills, diarrhea, fever, kidney infection, pediatric urinary tract infection, UTI
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Should You See a Doctor Before Starting an Exercise Program?

February 25, 2014

Considering a new exercise program? Take the American College of Sports Medicine Physical Activity Readiness Exam to see if you should consult a doctor. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Sports Medicine
Categorized as: Fitness, Sports Medicine
Tagged with: American College of Sports Medicine, exercise, gym, heart problems, moderate physical activity, Physical Activity Readiness Questionnaire
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How to Combat Acid Reflux

February 23, 2014

Learn more about how to alleviate acid reflux and heartburn without sacrificing the foods and drinks you love. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Digestive Disorders
Categorized as: Nutrition
Tagged with: acid reflux, caffeine, cingulate gyrus, diet, gastroesophageal reflux disease, GERD, heartburn, low-fat, snacks, spicy food
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Video: Burn Awareness – Chemical Burns

February 21, 2014

Learn how you can prevent chemical burns or burns from corrosive substances, and watch videos concerning other burn awareness topics. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Trauma & Emergency Medicine
Categorized as: Safety
Tagged with: burn awareness, burn awareness week, chemical burns, chemicals, Jenny Ziembicki MD, trauma, UPMC Mercy Trauma and Burn Center, video
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Causes of Youth Baseball Injuries and How to Prevent Them

February 21, 2014

Learn more about the causes of youth baseball injuries and discover steps you can take to prevent injuries on the diamond. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Sports Medicine
Categorized as: Pediatrics, Sports Medicine
Tagged with: athlete, baseball, baseball injuries, conditioning, rotator cuff, shoulder injury, sports medicine, tendonitis, youth baseball
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Finding Healthy Food Options in Common Foods

February 20, 2014

Find out which healthy food options fit best into your meal plan – Eat This, Not That. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Digestive Disorders
Categorized as: Nutrition
Tagged with: canned, chicken, diet, eat this not that, frozen, fruit, healthy food choices, meal plan, Nutrition, red meat, smoothie, vegetables, vitamins, whole grain
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Video: Burn Awareness – Electrical Burns

February 19, 2014

Watch a short video about treating electrical burns and discover the risks and complications of these burns if left untreated. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Trauma & Emergency Medicine
Categorized as: Safety
Tagged with: alternating current injuries, burn awareness, electrical burn, electrical wires, infants, Jenny Ziembicki MD, low voltage burns, UPMC Mercy Burn Center, video