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Top 10 Cold Weather Running Essentials

January 11, 2016

Prepare yourself for running outdoors with the proper cold weather gear. Experts at UPMC Sports Medicine compiled a list of essentials for outdoor running. Watch Now

Medically Reviewed by Sports Medicine

Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Sports Medicine

Tagged with: cold weather, exercise, sports medicine, winter weather

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Managing Pain in Your Joints During the Winter

January 10, 2015

Do your joints painfully serve as your weather prognosticator during the colder months? Learn how to handle joint pain in the winter. Learn More

Categorized as: Orthopaedics

Tagged with: cold weather, dehydration, fish oil, joints, omega-3

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How Cold Weather Affects Your Heart and Circulatory System

October 29, 2014

Wonder why your chest hurts or heart rate changes when it gets cold outside? Find out why and learn how to protect your heart in the chilly winter months. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute

Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health, Living and Wellness

Tagged with: circulatory system, cold weather, depression, frostbite, frostnip, heart, hypothermia, non-alcoholic beverages, shiver

Article - 4 Minute Read

Prevent Trauma and Emergency Accidents Over the Winter Months

January 22, 2014

Find four useful tips to help you prevent injuries and accidents during the winter months. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Trauma & Emergency Medicine

Categorized as: Safety

Tagged with: Charissa Pacella MD, cold weather, heart attack, ice skating, shoveling, skiing, sledding, UPMC Presbyterian, winter weather

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Be Happy and Healthy This Winter

January 16, 2014

Find useful tips for staying happy and healthy this winter from UPMC HealthBeat. Learn how to keep your skin healthy, avoid the flu, and stay in shape. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC HealthPlan

Categorized as: Living and Wellness

Tagged with: cold, cold weather, flu, flu season, flu shot, fresh fruits, hand washing, immune system, nasal spray vaccine, winter

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Tips for Frostbite Prevention: Staying Safe in Extreme Cold

January 10, 2014

Read this guide to understand the risks and warning signs for frostbite and learn how to perform first aid on someone who is frostbitten. Watch Now

Medically Reviewed by Pediatrics

Categorized as: Pediatrics, Safety

Tagged with: below freezing, burning sensation, cold weather, dress in layers, early frostbite, frostbite, frostbitten skin, hard skin, moisture-reducing winter sportswear, moisture-resistant outerwear, numb, risk, severe frostbite, snow, sweater, thermal underwear, warm clothing

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Staying Warm in Cold Weather – Thanks to Your Brain

December 27, 2013

Find out how your brain keeps you warm in cold weather. Learn how it impacts different parts of your body to keep you alert and prepared for the elements. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Neurosurgery

Categorized as: Neurosurgery and Brain Health

Tagged with: blood, brain, cold weather, goose bumps, hair follicle, heart, hypothalamus, hypothermia, lungs, shivering, temperature regulation, thermoregulation