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  What Are the Signs of An Infection?

  June 5, 2023

  Symptoms of an infection can be minor or severe. Find out how to tell if your body is fighting an infection, can when to seek help from a doctor.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by Infectious Diseases

  Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness

  Tagged with: Discovery, Specialty

  

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  I Have Swollen Lymph Nodes in My Neck. What Does It Mean?

  May 19, 2023

  If you have swollen lymph nodes in the neck or elsewhere, it's likely due to a common virus or bacteria. Sometimes, swollen neck glands require medical testing.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by UPMC

  Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness

  Tagged with: Discovery, Specialty

  

• Article - 5 Minute Read

  Bone and Joint Infections: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment

  September 6, 2021

  Infections caused by bacteria and fungi can enter into your bones, causing pain and other symptoms. Learn about bone and joint infections.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by Infectious Diseases

  Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness

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• Article - 4 Minute Read

  How to Remove a Tick from Skin

  August 17, 2021

  Here's how to safely remove a tick from the skin, and clean the bite area. Remember to use clean tweezers and avoid remedies like nail polish or heat.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by UPMC

  Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness

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  Innovative Sustainability Project Takes Flight at UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital

  October 28, 2019

  Learn more about the beehives at UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital and how they help the whole community.Watch Now

  Medically Reviewed by UPMC Magee-Womens

  Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness, Nutrition, Women's Health

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  Is Sushi Safe to Eat? 3 Tips for Safer Sushi

  March 8, 2018

  When you're eating sushi, the last thing you want to think about it is how it could make you sick. Protect yourself with these safety tips for sushi.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by Urgent Care

  Categorized as: Nutrition

  Tagged with: health risks, is sushi safe, listeria, parasites, salmonella, sushi, sushi safety

  

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  Common Insect Bites & Stings in Central Pennsylvania

  January 1, 2018

  Look out for bug stings in Central PA and how to avoid these stings on your next nature walk/hike. Visit AllBetterCare Urgent Care today if you get stung!Read More

  Medically Reviewed by UPMC

  Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness

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  Boiling Water: How to Sterilize Water At Home

  February 22, 2022

  Boiling water is the most efficient method of purification when a person does not have access to safe, treated water.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by UPMC

  Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Safety

  Tagged with: safety, water, water contamination

  

• Article - 2 Minute Read

  How to Tell If Your Child Has Pica

  May 22, 2015

  Pica is a condition where the child regular consumes non-food items, such as dirt or glue. It affects 10 to 30 percent of children ages one to six.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by Pediatrics

  Categorized as: Family Health, Pediatrics

  Tagged with: eating dirt, eating disorder, geophagy, pediatric eating disorder, pica