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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

  • Gallery

    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

    How to treat arthritis pain at home
  • Article - 3 Minute Read

    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

    couple in winter
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  • Article - 2 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

    Prevent Trauma and Emergency Winter Accidents
  • Article - 1 Minute Read

    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

    girl winter coat
  • Video

    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

    Learn how to prevent and treat frostbite when you're out in the cold
  • Article - 2 Minute Read

    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

    cold weather

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