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    7 Effective Ways to Fight the Flu This Season

    January 6, 2017

    No one wants to get the flu. Fortunately there are several things that you and your family can do to keep from getting sick this flu season. Watch Now

    Medically Reviewed by Urgent Care

    Categorized as: Cold and Flu, Living and Wellness

    Tagged with: chills, cough, flu, seasonal flu

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    Why Do I Have the Chills?

    August 31, 2016

    The chills are typically a sign of a bacterial or viral infection, and sometimes go hand-in-hand with fever. Learn more. Learn More

    Categorized as: Cold and Flu, Family Health

    Tagged with: chills, cold and flu, fever, home remedies, illness, infections

    Learn the causes of the chills, as well as ways to treat them
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    Don’t Let Food Poisoning Spoil Your Summer

    July 3, 2014

    Learn basic food preparation tips to avoid food poisoning this summer, as well as how to treat food poisoning in the event someone you know falls ill. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by Digestive Disorders

    Categorized as: Safety

    Tagged with: abdominal cramps, bland foods, chills, diarrhea, fever, food poisoning, nausea, safety tips, summer grilling, water

    Food Poisoning in the Summer
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    What Is Lyme Disease? Know the Symptoms and How to Stay Safe

    June 16, 2014

    Lyme disease is a bacterial infection that ticks can spread through their bite. Learn about the symptoms of lyme disease and discover preventative measures Read More

    Medically Reviewed by Dermatology

    Categorized as: Living and Wellness

    Tagged with: bug repellent, chills, DEET, headache, joint pain, Lyme disease, muscle pain, rash, ticks

    Learn more about how to identify Lyme Disease
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    How Do I Know if My Child Has a UTI?

    March 1, 2014

    A UTI is a very common infection among children. Learn more about UTIs, their symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment options. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by Pediatrics

    Categorized as: Pediatrics

    Tagged with: abdominal pain, bacterial infection, chills, diarrhea, fever, kidney infection, pediatric urinary tract infection, UTI

    Father and Son
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    Cancer Talks: Listen to Your Body

    February 26, 2014

    When your body talks, make sure you listen to it. Read this article to learn more about common cancer warnings and constitutional symptoms of cancer. Learn More

    Categorized as: Cancer Care

    Tagged with: cancer, cancer symptoms, chills, Division of Hematology/Oncology, Edward Chu MD, fatigue, fever, University of Pittsburgh Cancer Institute

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