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What Your Fingernails Can Reveal About Your Health

December 15, 2016

It's normal for nails to have some imperfections, but some nail problems can be a telltale sign for greater health problems. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Dermatology
Categorized as: Skin Care
Tagged with: dermatology, fingernails, Health, nail health, skin issues
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Stay Healthy in College: Avoid Dorm Sickness

September 1, 2016

Here's what you need to know to stay healthy in the college dorms and avoid the dreaded "dorm disease." Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC
Categorized as: Living and Wellness
Tagged with: back to school, cleanliness, cold and flu, college, communal living, Health, mold, sanitation, spread of disease
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6 Heart Healthy Recipes

February 20, 2015

Eating healthy doesn't have to be boring and tasteless! Discover recipes to keep your heart and the rest of your body healthy. Learn More

Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health
Tagged with: baked pita, dijon pork, hawaiin chicken, Health, healthy, heart, Heart Health, heart healthy recipes, nachos, pasta, recipes, shrimp, sweet potatoes
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6 New Years Resolutions to Make as a Family

January 7, 2015

Make your New Years resolutions with your family and get back on the path to a healthy lifestyle. Find 6 ideas for family-oriented resolutions. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC
Categorized as: Family Health, Fitness, Living and Wellness, Nutrition
Tagged with: family, gardening, Health, healthy, resolutions, school lunches
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Spring Clean Your Health

March 19, 2014

Spring means it's time to get back into healthy routines. Learn some tips about how to rejuvenate your health for the spring time. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Urgent Care
Categorized as: Living and Wellness
Tagged with: cleaning, exercise, Health, junk food, seasonal produce, stress
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5 Tips for a Healthy Heart

February 8, 2014

Heart disease is a leading cause of death for men and women. Learn about ways to keep a healthy heart through diet, exercise, and more. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute
Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health
Tagged with: blood pressure, diet, exercise, Health, heart, heart attack, heart disease, heart failure, quit smoking, risk, stress