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Stay Healthy: Your Guide to Fighting the Flu

December 19, 2016

On a mission to fight the flu this year? Read our 2016-2017 influenza guide to stay healthy this season.Learn More

Categorized as: Cold and Flu, Family Health

Tagged with: flu season, home remedies, the flu

Article - 3 Minute Read

Ah-Choo! Avoid Germs and Stay Healthy this Holiday Season

November 27, 2014

Learn more about how to have a healthy holiday season and avoid the germiest places, including airplane trays, tv remotes, and restaurant menus.Read More

Medically Reviewed by Urgent Care

Categorized as: Cold and Flu, Family Health, Safety

Tagged with: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, cold, common cold, flu, flu season, flu shot, germs, hand sanitizer, holiday travel, safe travel, wash hands

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

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Handwashing vs. Hand Sanitizer

January 7, 2014

Discover the pros and cons of using hand sanitizer versus handwashing, and determine which method of hand hygiene is best.Watch Now

Medically Reviewed by Urgent Care

Categorized as: Safety

Tagged with: cold, flu season, hand hygiene, hand sanitizer, hand washing

Article - 2 Minute Read

Know Your Flu Shot Facts

December 9, 2013

Are you ready for the flu season? Check out our infographic and learn all the flu shot facts you need to knowRead More

Medically Reviewed by Urgent Care

Categorized as: Cold and Flu, Living and Wellness

Tagged with: bronchitis, CDC, death, ear infection, flu prevention, flu season, flu shot complications, flu vaccine, inactivated flu vaccine, influenza virus, live vaccine, nasal vaccine, pneumonia, sinusitis