We’re rounding up a few of our favorite HealthBeat articles of 2016.
This year, we caught up with Marc Andre Fleury’s family, learned the latest buzz on bee pollen products, and asked if copper Moscow mule mugs are really good for your health.
We took an in-depth look at the Zika virus, offered up a few tips on choosing the right PCP, and met Nathan Copeland, the first human to experience the sensation of touch via a robotic arm. View the gallery below for our top-12 health finds of the year.
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Outtakes: Just Like Any Other Dad: Marc-André Fleury
Marc-André Fleury of the Pittsburgh Penguins shows us how he’s just like any other dad.Learn More
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Zika Virus: Updates, Facts, Essential Information
Learn about Zika symptoms, travel warnings, and guidelines for pregnant women.Learn More
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Mud Runs: Know How to Protect Your Health & Avoid Viruses
Those extreme mud run races aren’t without risk: Learn more about how racing through muck can make you sick.Learn More
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How Do Copper Cups Affect Your Health?
Drinking water from a copper cup yields no real health benefits, though use of these cups isn’t necessarily harmful either, according to experts.Learn More
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How to Stay Safe During a Thunderstorm
Follow these essential thunderstorm safety tips from the experts at UPMC, so you can stay safe when Mother Nature is at her worst.Learn More
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The Buzz on Bee Pollen: Is It Good for Your Health?
Learn about the health benefits and risks of consuming bee pollen, royal jelly, and other bee-derived products.Learn More
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Pitt-UPMC Team Helps Paralyzed Man Feel Again with Robotic Arm
Now, a human is able to experience the sensation of touch via a robotic arm, which is controlled with the brain. Learn more about Nathan Copeland’s Story.Learn More
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5 Tips for Choosing a Primary Care Doctor
Finding a primary care physician (PCP) is a personal process. What are 5 things you need to know before you make the decision?Learn More
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The New Rules on Child Car Seats in Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania children age 2 and younger must sit in rear-facing car seats after August 12, 2016, according to a new state law.Learn More
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A Better Bedtime: Sleep Training Your Baby
“Sleep training” is the term often used to describe the ways parents ease their newborn into achieving a full night’s sleep.Learn More
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What Is a Trauma Center? Trauma Center Levels Explained
A trauma center is an area of a hospital that’s equipped 24/7 to treat life-threatening injuries. Learn more about the UPMC Trauma Care System.Learn More
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UPMC and the National Cancer Institute
NCI-designated Cancer Centers The National Cancer Institute (NCI) Cancer Centers Program is one of the country’s premier cancer research programs.Learn More
