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What Is Home Health Care?

November 14, 2022

Home health care is an alternative to care in a hospital or skilled nursing facility. Here's what home health care is, who qualifies, and why it's important. Read More

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Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Senior Health
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How UPMC Children’s Is Helping Families with PICS-p

November 14, 2022

The CIRCLE program at UPMC Children's Hospital helps families of children struggling with the effects of post-intensive care syndrome in pediatrics (PICS-p). Read More

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What to Do After Spilling Bleach on Your Skin

November 11, 2022

Bleach is a common household cleanser and laundry booster. But it can pose safety hazards. Here's what you need to know if you get bleach on your skin. Read More

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Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Safety
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Am I Lactose Intolerant?

November 10, 2022

Lactose intolerance is a common condition that often develops with age. Learn about lactose intolerance symptoms, what causes them, and how to manage them. Read More

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Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Nutrition
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Understanding the Side Effects of Adderall® Misuse

November 8, 2022

Adderall is a commonly prescribed drug. Here's how to know if you may be misusing it. Read More

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Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness
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What Are the Health Benefits of Apple Cider Vinegar?

November 1, 2022

Curious about the health benefits of apple cider vinegar? Here's a look at the latest research, who should use it, and how to take apple cider vinegar. Read More

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Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Nutrition
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What Is Myositis?

October 31, 2022

Myositis is the inflammation of muscle that leads to diffuse muscle weakness. It is a rare autoimmune disease with no known cure. Read More

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Cold Sweats: Is it the Cold or Flu?

October 26, 2022

Breaking out in a cold sweat can feel weird. What exactly do cold sweats mean? And what should you know about how to treat cold sweats if you ever have them. Read More

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Categorized as: Cold and Flu, Health Topics A-Z, Living and Wellness
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UPMC HealthBeat Podcast: Health at Every Size™

October 24, 2022

Should we ditch our diets and take on a new approach to health and wellness? Registered dietician, Laura Harnish, MS, RDN, LDN, explains what the Health at Every Size™ movement is all about. Listen Now

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