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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

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Categorized as: COVID-19, Living and Wellness

Tagged with: COVID-19, holiday season, holidays

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9 Holiday Leftovers You Can Make into Deliciously Healthy Meals

November 21, 2019

Many holiday traditions involve food. Lots of it. Whether you hosted a party or were gifted with leftovers, you’ll have extra food on hand during the holiday season. But don’t settle for another reheated dinner or cold sandwich. Why not reimagine those leftovers into new, nutritious dishes? Here are some tips to help you use…Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Harrisburg

Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Nutrition

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

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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

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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

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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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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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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