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  • Article - 5 Minute Read

    The Holiday Season and COVID-19: Safety Guidelines to Keep Families Healthy

    November 16, 2020

    Because of the COVID-19 pandemic, the holiday season may look different in 2020. Find out ways to limit the risk of COVID-19 while celebrating the holidays. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by UPMC

    Categorized as: COVID-19, Living and Wellness

    Tagged with: COVID-19, holiday season, holidays

    Holiday safety during COVID-19.
  • Article - 4 Minute Read

    9 Holiday Leftovers You Can Make into Deliciously Healthy Meals

    November 21, 2019

    Why not reimagine holiday leftovers into new, nutritious dishes? Here are some tips to help you use up your holiday fare. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by UPMC Harrisburg

    Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Nutrition

    Tagged with: Holiday Recipes, holiday season, Pinnacle Health, recipes

    holiday leftovers into healthy meals
  • Videos

    Oh, Baby! Magee Dresses Newborns in Handmade Christmas Costumes

    December 20, 2016

    Babies born right before Christmas Eve at Magee-Womens Hospital will be dressed in festive holiday attire, thanks to a group of volunteer knitters at Magee. Watch Now

    Medically Reviewed by UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital

    Categorized as: Family Health, Pregnancy and Childbirth

    Tagged with: Christmas, Christmas Babies, holiday season, Magee knitters, newborn babies, winter

    Learn more about the Magee Knitters
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    What to Do When Illness or Injury Strikes During the Holidays

    December 12, 2016

    The experts at UPMC are available when you need them. Learn where you and your family can seek care if illness or injury strike during the holiday season. Learn More

    Categorized as: Living and Wellness

    Tagged with: Christmas, holiday season, Pittsburgh Emergency Rooms, UPMC, winter

  • Article - 1 Minute Read

    4 Heart-Healthy Holiday Beverages to Enjoy

    December 23, 2013

    Check out healthy alternatives for traditional holiday drinks to help you stay on track during the holidays, and cut calories without sacrificing flavor. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute

    Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health, Nutrition

    Tagged with: apple cider, apple juice, autumn, Christmas, cinnamon sticks, cloves, cocktails, cranberries, eggnog, healthy recipes, heart healthy, holiday season, hot chocolate, low-fat, mini-marshmallows, nutmeg, recipe, skim milk, sugar-free, Thanksgiving, winter, winter beverage

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  • Article - 3 Minute Read

    10 Tips to Help Manage Your Diabetes During the Holiday Season

    December 19, 2013

    Find tips to manage diabetes during the holiday season and print our recipe for a healthy holiday meal from the UPMC HealthBeat. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by Endocrinology

    Categorized as: Nutrition

    Tagged with: applesauce, autumn, corn bread, diabetes, fat-free reduced-sodium chicken broth, granny smith, holiday season, low fat shredded cheese, low-fat, low-fat cottage cheese, onion, paprika, portion control, recipe, sage, stuffing, Thanksgiving, thyme, turkey breast, yogurt

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  • Article - 2 Minute Read

    Sleep Soundly During the Holidays

    December 9, 2013

    Read this article to learn how you can maintain healthy sleep habits and avoid sleep deprivation altogether during the holiday season. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by Sleep Medicine

    Categorized as: Living and Wellness

    Tagged with: cold and flu season, Division of Sleep Surgery, holiday season, immune system, lack of sleep, Ryan Soose MD, stress

    Sleepy student wearing santa hat while studying

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