Search Results for: vaccinate
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Flu Versus Cold: Get the Facts
Now is the season when flu and cold viruses circulate — and most people fall ill at least once or twice. Learn how to recognize flu symptoms.Read More
Categorized as: Cold and Flu, Health Topics A-Z
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How Lactating People Can Protect Babies From Illness
People who are pregnant or breastfeeding transfer antibodies they produce from vaccines to their babies. Learn more.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Pregnancy and Childbirth
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UPMC HealthBeat Podcast: Preparing for Flu Season
Flu season will soon be upon us. Joseph Lipinski, MD answers questions about the flu vaccine and discusses other steps you can take to keep you and your family safe.Listen Now
Categorized as: UPMC HealthBeat Podcast
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What to Know About the Novavax COVID-19 Vaccine
The FDA has authorized a more traditional protein-based COVID-19 vaccine developed by Novavax. Americans 18 and older are eligible for it.Read More
Categorized as: COVID-19, COVID-19 Vaccination
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The Impact of COVID-19 on Your Child’s Heart Health
How can COVID-19 impact your child's heart health? Tyler H. Harris, MD, a pediatric cardiologist at the Heart Institute, is here to explain.Read More
Categorized as: COVID-19, Living and Wellness, Pediatrics
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COVID-19 Vaccine and Pregnancy Q&A
If you're pregnant, you want to do everything you can to keep yourself and your baby healthy — and that includes staying safe from COVID-19.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Pregnancy and Childbirth
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The COVID-19 Vaccine in Young Kids: What to Know
Children as young as 6 months old can now receive the COVID-19 vaccine. Learn more about the vaccine's safety and effectiveness from UPMC.Read More
Categorized as: COVID-19, COVID-19 Vaccination
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How the COVID-19 Vaccine Affects Menstrual Cycles
A study shows the COVID-19 vaccine may lengthen a woman's menstrual cycle by about one day. But the change is temporary. Learn more.Read More
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Women's Health
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What to Know About Myocarditis in Children
Myocarditis is an inflammation of the heart muscle. It is a rare condition in children but can be extremely serious. Learn more.Read More
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Pediatrics