Search Results for: humidity

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Effects of Humidity on Your Body

June 23, 2014

Learn how humidity can affect the human body and discover the health risks associated with overexposure. Find out how to minimize your own risk.Read More

Medically Reviewed by Urgent Care

Categorized as: Living and Wellness

Tagged with: dehydration, Fainting, fatigue, Heat stroke, humidity, muscle cramps
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How Often Do You (Really) Need to Shower?

January 31, 2024

Showering is good for our mental and physical well-being, but how much is too much? There are pros and cons to a daily shower. Here's what you need to know.Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC

Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness

Tagged with: Discovery
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Dealing with Indoor Allergies in Winter

December 5, 2023

Dust mites, pet dander, mold, and insect particles are among the most common indoor allergens. Learn how you can limit your exposure and treat indoor allergies.Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC

Categorized as: Living and Wellness

Tagged with: Discovery
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Am I Allergic to Mold? Mold Allergy Symptoms

November 7, 2023

For many people, breathing in mold spores can trigger an allergic reaction. Some may develop symptoms right away. Learn more.Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC

Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness

Tagged with: Discovery, Specialty
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Receiving Telemedicine Care for Heart Failure: Steve’s Story

September 12, 2023

Stephen Silveria of Williamsport was one of the first patients to use UPMC's Advanced Heart Failure Telemedicine Clinic.Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC

Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Heart and Vascular Health

Tagged with: Affinity
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The Best Way to Break a Fever, According to a Doctor

August 11, 2023

A fever is your body's way of fighting off infection. But a fever can make you feel achy and miserable. Here's what you need to know about breaking a fever.Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC

Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness

Tagged with: Discovery, PCP
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Is It Safe to Split Pills?

August 9, 2023

Is it safe to split pills? How can you know which pills to split, why is it unsafe to split some pills, how to cut a pill in half, other ways to save moneyRead More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC

Categorized as: Family Health, Health Topics A-Z, Living and Wellness

Tagged with: Discovery, PCP
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Can Weather Changes Trigger Headaches?

May 16, 2023

For some people, weather changes may trigger a headache or migraine. They may also make your headache or migraine worse. Learn more.Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC

Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness

Tagged with: Discovery, PCP
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Common Spring Allergies in Pennsylvania

March 27, 2023

Springtime in Pennsylvania is always much anticipated. It's a beautiful time of year – unless you suffer from seasonal allergies.Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC

Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness

Tagged with: Discovery