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Should I Use Neosporin?
If you have a small cut, your first impulse may be to reach for antibacterial ointment. Here's what you need to know about this over-the-counter remedy.Read More
Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness
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Why are People Taping Their Mouth Shut at Night? Is Mouth Taping Safe?
Mouth taping for better sleep is a viral trend — but is is safe? Here's what you need to know about this fad, and the best ways to get a good night's sleep.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Sleep Health
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How to Make the Most of a Visit with Your Primary Care Physician: What Patients Should Know
Here's your essential guide to making the most of a visit with your PCP — whether it's in person or virtual.Read More
Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness
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What Do Parents Need to Know About Impetigo?
Impetigo is a common skin infection in young children. It's usually not serious, but you shouldn't let it go untreated. Learn more.Read More
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Pediatrics
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Can You Exercise Too Much? What Excessive Exercise Does to Your Body
Find out how exercising too much, too often, or with poor form can lead to injury, and worsen preexisting health problems.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Sports Medicine
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Here’s Why You Need Fiber in Your Diet
Fiber is a type of indigestible carbohydrate in plant foods that provides important health benefits. Learn what it does and how to get more fiber in your diet.Read More
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Nutrition
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Pregnant? Gestational Diabetes Is Often Misunderstood. Know the Myths from Facts
Gestational diabetes affects as many as 10% of pregnancies. Learn the facts about what does (and doesn't) cause it and how to manage it for a healthy pregnancy.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Pregnancy and Childbirth
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Can I Get Pregnant with Uterine Fibroids?
If you've been diagnosed with uterine fibroids, you may wonder — can uterine fibroids affect fertility? Learn more about fibroids and they may affect fertility.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Pregnancy and Childbirth
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Receiving Telemedicine Care for Heart Failure: Steve’s Story
Stephen Silveria of Williamsport was one of the first patients to use UPMC's Advanced Heart Failure Telemedicine Clinic.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Heart and Vascular Health