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How Does the Coronavirus Compare with the Flu?
The novel coronavirus Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) is drawing comparisons to influenza, the seasonal flu.Read More
Categorized as: COVID-19, Living and Wellness, Safety
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Coronavirus: What You Need to Know About COVID-19
A new type of coronavirus, first reported in 2019, is becoming one of the most rapidly emerging infectious diseases. Learn more at UPMC.Read More
Categorized as: COVID-19, Family Health, Living and Wellness, Safety
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Understand the Shingles Virus and Your Risk
Shingles is a skin rash caused by the chickenpox virus. About 1 in 3 Americans will develop shingles in their lifetime, according to the CDC.Read More
Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness
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Ryan Shazier’s 50 Phenoms Podcast: Dropping the Beat on Sickle Cell Disease
Follow along as former NFL linebacker Ryan Shazier talks with Julian about his journey with overcoming sickle cell disease.Watch Now
Categorized as: Fitness, Living and Wellness
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Finding Balance: Julian and Ryan Shazier on Overcoming the Challenges of Chronic Disease
Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker Ryan Shazier meets up with Julian Cann, a rapper who fights his sickle cell disease with a healthy lifestyle.Watch Now
Categorized as: Fitness, Living and Wellness, Nutrition
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What Is Sickle Cell Disease? Learn More About This Genetic Blood Disorder
Sickle cell disease, a group of inherited blood disorders, can prevent red blood cells from carrying oxygen through the vessels. Learn More.Read More
Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness
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Children and the Flu
When school is in session, kids come home with sniffles, coughs, vomiting, and diarrhea. Here are tips for managing these illnesses at home.Read More
Categorized as: Cold and Flu, Health Topics A-Z, Living and Wellness, Pediatrics
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Children with Fevers: When to Worry?
Does your child have a high fever? Learn the proper steps to identify a child's fever so you know how to respond and when to worry!Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Pregnancy and Childbirth
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New Vaccinations for Older Kids: When Are Kids Done With Vaccines?
Many parents are surprised to find that children need new vaccinations and boosters well into their teen years.Read More
Categorized as: Family Health, Pediatrics