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    So You’ve Got the Flu…Now What?

    February 18, 2015

    So what happens when you fall victim to the flu? Follow our tips to help manage your symptoms and reduce the risk of spreading your illness to others. Learn More

    Categorized as: Cold and Flu, Family Health, Living and Wellness

    Tagged with: acetaminophen, cold, cough, fatigue, fever, flu, flu relief, flu shot, flu symptoms, headache, ibuprophen, medicine, recovery, runny nose, UPMC Urgent Care

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    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

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    Why Should I Get A Flu Shot?

    August 28, 2014

    Learn more about influenza, more commonly known as the flu, and discover the symptoms and types of flu. Find out what strains are covered in the vaccine. Learn More

    Categorized as: Cold and Flu, Living and Wellness

    Tagged with: avian influenza, bird flu, flu, flu shot, flu vaccine, H1N1, H5N1, influenza, Type A Flu Virus, Type B Flu Virus, Type C Flu Virus, UPMC Urgent Care

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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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