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  How to Properly Cover a Sneeze or Cough

  December 5, 2018

  Though you can't see them, the germs from your sneeze spread farther than you think. Learn how to properly cover your sneeze and prevent the spread of illnesses.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by Primary Care

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

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  Cough and Sore Throat Care

  January 1, 2018

  Discover new tips and tricks to help your cough and sore throat, especially in the winter.Read More

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  Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness

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  Whooping Cough: Symptoms & Facts

  January 13, 2017

  Whooping cough, also known as pertussis, affects the lungs and a person’s ability to breathe. Discover symptoms.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by UPMC Harrisburg

  Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness

  Tagged with: myths, Pinnacle Health, Whooping Cough

  

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  When Is a Cough More Than a Cough?

  January 4, 2016

  Does that annoying, hacking cough you’ve been dealing with refuse to go away? This is when you should visit the doctor.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by UPMC Harrisburg

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

  Tagged with: cold and flu, Pinnacle Health

  

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  Breathing and Coughing Exercises After Heart Surgery

  April 23, 2015

  After your heart surgery, you will need to complete a series of breathing and coughing exercises to keep the lungs clear of mucus. Find out why.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by UPMC

  Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health, Living and Wellness

  Tagged with: acapella tool, after heart surgery, breathing exercises, breathing machines, coughing exercises, incentive spirometer

  

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  Lung Cancer Symptoms: When It’s More Than a Cough

  November 24, 2014

  Lung cancer symptoms are similar to cold and flu symptoms. Learn more about these symptoms and find out when it's time for you to see the doctor.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by UPMC

  Categorized as: Cancer Care, Lung Cancer

  Tagged with: common cold, Coughing, disease, intense coughing, lung cancer, lung cancer symptoms, lung cancers, non-small cell lung cancer, Pain in the chest, small cell lung cancer, sore throats, symptoms

  

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  How Can Speech Therapy Help People with Head and Neck Cancer?

  April 9, 2024

  What's speech therapy for people with head and neck cancer? Learn how speech therapy after cancer can help with swallowing and communication.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by UPMC Hillman Cancer Center

  Categorized as: Cancer Care, Health Topics A-Z

  Tagged with: Consideration

  

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  Experiencing a Migraine? Here’s What to Do

  April 5, 2024

  When you have a migraine, it can leave you pleading for it to stop. But it takes more than wishful thinking to stop the throbbing pain and other migraine symptoms, such as nausea or vomiting, sensory changes, and fatigue.Read More

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  Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness

  Tagged with: Discovery

  

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  What Is a Urogynecologist and How Can They Help with Pelvic Floor Dysfunction?

  April 1, 2024

  A urogynecologist is a doctor who treats problems of the female pelvic floor, including incontinence and pelvic organ prolapse. Here's what you need to know.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by UPMC Magee-Womens

  Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Women's Health

  Tagged with: Consideration