Living and Wellness

You want to lead a healthier life, but don’t know how to get started. Read more here for an approach that helps you build a stronger, fitter body and mind.

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Women and Heart Disease: Know the Signs

February 1, 2015

Did you know symptoms of a heart attack are different for women? Discover which conditions women are more susceptible to, and learn about eary detection. Learn More

Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health, Women's Health
Tagged with: arrhythmia, chest pain, coronary artery disease, coronary heart disease, dizziness, flutter, heart attack, heart attack symptoms, heart failure, heart palpitations, heart valve disease, valve problems, women's heart health
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Heart-Healthy Recipe: Sweet Potato Nachos

February 1, 2015

Cravings are inevitable, but what you do to satisfy them is entirely up to you. Discover this heart-healthy snack: Sweet Potato Nachos! Learn More

Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health, Nutrition
Tagged with: heart healthy, nachos, olive oil, recipes, snacks, sweet potato
Article - 4 Minute Read

How to Wrap a Sprained Wrist or Ankle

January 31, 2015

Discover how to wrap a sprained wrist or ankle with the help of Dr. Heather Rosen, medical director of UPMC Urgent Care North Huntingdon, Read More

Medically Reviewed by Urgent Care
Categorized as: Orthopaedics, Safety
Tagged with: ankle, ankle sprain, how to, injury, sprain, video, wrap, wrist, wrist sprain
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10 Tips to Avoid Winter Slips, Trips, and Falls

January 30, 2015

Follow these 10 tips to make sure you're staying safe this winter when walking around in snowy and icy conditions. Learn More

Categorized as: Safety
Tagged with: fall prevention, falling, infographic, winter, winter safety
Article - 2 Minute Read

Take Your Healthy Habits on Vacation

January 29, 2015

Ah, vacation! Get ready to kick back, relax, and enjoy some well-deserved time away. But don't forget to exercise! Follow these easy tips to get started. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Sports Medicine
Categorized as: Fitness, Living and Wellness
Tagged with: biking, cycling, jogging, running, swimming, vacation, walking
Article - 1 Minute Read

Cervical Cancer Screenings: Should You Get a Pap Smear?

January 28, 2015

Learn how a Pap smear detects cervical cancer in this infographic. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Hillman Cancer Center
Categorized as: Cancer Care, Women's Health
Tagged with: American Cancer Society, cancer awareness, cervical cancer, gynecologic cancer, infographic, pap smear, pap smear test
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What’s Your Imaging IQ?

January 26, 2015

You have a pain in your side and your physician wants to investigate further with a CT scan. Learn about different imaging services and what they diagnose. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Imaging Services
Categorized as: Living and Wellness
Tagged with: ct scan, diagnostic mammogram, digital mammography, imaging, MRI, nuclear medicine, PET-CT, screening mammogram, ultrasound
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How to Detox Your Body from Extra Holiday Sugar

January 25, 2015

After consuming too much sugar, follow three easy tips to detox your body and get back on track. Find a list of alternative foods to regulate your diet. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Endocrinology
Categorized as: Nutrition
Tagged with: Christmas, detox, food, holiday eating, overeating, restless sleep, sugar, sugar craving, weight gain
Article - 3 Minute Read

Changing Your Diet Can Change Your Mood

January 24, 2015

WARNING! Your mood is about to take a nosedive! Discover how your daily diet can influence your mood and find foods that will help promote a healthy life. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Sports Medicine
Categorized as: Nutrition
Tagged with: broccoli, caffeine, Leslie Bonci, mood, nutrition, protein, smart carbs, sports nutrition, UPMC Nutrition Services