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  How to Properly Clean Your Reusable Water Bottle

  January 31, 2024

  Water is essential to our daily lives, and staying hydrated is crucial for maintaining good health. Many people carry water bottles with them to have access to clean water wherever they go. It’s a convenient option that may be more environmentally friendly than disposable plastic water bottles. You might not realize that your reusable water…Read More

  Medically Reviewed by UPMC

  Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness

  Tagged with: Discovery, PCP

  

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  At-Home Yeast Infection Treatment

  June 6, 2023

  Learn more about at-home yeast infection treatment, what over-the-counter medicines treat yeast infections, and when to call your doctor about an infection.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by UPMC

  Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness

  Tagged with: Discovery

  

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  Natural Ways to Relieve Constipation

  April 6, 2023

  Almost everyone gets constipated now and then. The good news is that you can usually treat constipation with simple changes in lifestyle.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by Primary Care

  Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness

  Tagged with: Discovery

  

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  How to Treat Constipation at Home

  August 10, 2022

  If constipation has you backed up and uncomfortable, learn what's causing it and how to treat constipation at home.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by Digestive Disorders

  Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness

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  Does Vitamin C or Zinc Help Combat the Cold?

  March 11, 2024

  The truth is, vitamin C and zinc are not effective in treating a common cold, but there are other benefits from these supplements.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by UPMC

  Categorized as: Cold and Flu, Health Topics A-Z

  Tagged with: Discovery

  

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  A Closer Look at Vaping

  August 4, 2021

  Vaping can be more harmful than smoking. Nicotine is largely unregulated for vaping devices, making it difficult to know exactly what you're inhaling.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by UPMC

  Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness, New Here

  Tagged with: New Here - Living and Wellness

  

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  Can Common Cookware Cause Cancer?

  February 8, 2015

  Find out what cookware materials are safest and learn whether exposure to metals from pots and pans can increase your cancer risk.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by Adult Congenital Heart Disease Center

  Categorized as: Cancer Care, Living and Wellness, Safety

  Tagged with: acidic foods, aluminum, cancer, cast iron, ceramic, chemicals, cookware, leaching, silicone spoons, stainless steel, wooden spoons

  

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  Hiking Safety Steps to Keep on Trail

  September 1, 2014

  Discover tips and tricks to stay healthy and safe while hiking. Find a list of supplies to bring in your backpack with you while on a long hike.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by Sports Medicine

  Categorized as: Fitness, Safety

  Tagged with: energy-rich foods, hiking, injury, safety, sprains

  

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  How Can I Choose Safe Water Bottles for My Kids?

  July 18, 2014

  Discover the risks of BPA and learn about safe ways to use and re-use water bottles, including plastic, metal, and glass bottles.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by Pediatrics

  Categorized as: Pediatrics

  Tagged with: BPA, chemicals, glass, metal, plastics, recycling symbols, water bottle