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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

Medically Reviewed by UPMC

Categorized as: COVID-19, Living and Wellness

Tagged with: COVID-19, holiday season, holidays
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Is It Safe to Visit Santa During COVID-19?

November 10, 2020

Because of the COVID-19 pandemic, in-person visits to Santa this holiday season may be risky. Learn how you can still keep this holiday tradition.Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC

Categorized as: COVID-19, Health Topics A-Z, Living and Wellness

Tagged with: Christmas, COVID-19, holidays
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Holiday Safety Away from Home

December 17, 2019

The holidays are a busy time of year, which is why it is important to keep safety top of mind. Here are some ways to stay safe from our security team!Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Harrisburg

Categorized as: Living and Wellness

Tagged with: holidays, Pinnacle Health
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Staying Healthy Over the Holidays: Tips to Prevent Illness and Injury

December 17, 2018

The experts at UPMC are available to get your season back on track. Our extensive network of services and providers are always close by and ready to treat any unforeseen ailments that strike during the holidays.View Infographic

Medically Reviewed by UPMC

Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness

Tagged with: Christmas, holidays
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Allergen-Free Candy for Safe Trick-Or-Treating

October 6, 2017

When your child has allergies, Halloween can seem like a much scarier holiday than it is. Stock up on these allergy free treats for peace of mind.Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC

Categorized as: Living and Wellness

Tagged with: Food Allergies, Halloween, holidays, nutrition
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Healthy Recipe: Almond Christmas Star Cookies

December 17, 2016

Substitute coconut sugar for traditional white sugar (the former is filled with critical minerals, like potassium, iron, and zinc).Learn More

Categorized as: Nutrition

Tagged with: Christmas, Cookies, healthy eating, healthy recipes, holidays, nutrition, recipes, winter
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Light Pumpkin Bundt Cake That Doesn’t Taste So Light

December 9, 2016

This low-calorie take on a cold-weather classic makes for a pleasing holiday confection.View Recipe

Medically Reviewed by UPMC

Categorized as: Nutrition

Tagged with: autumn, Fall Flavors Recipes, healthy eating, healthy recipes, holidays, nutrition, Pumpkin Bundt Cake Recipe, recipes, Thanksgiving
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We’ve Got 2 Healthy Holiday Dessert Ideas for Your Next Party

December 7, 2016

The holidays are a time of year to reconnect with family and friends, celebrate and indulge in festive food and drink. Not all holiday desserts need to...View Recipe

Medically Reviewed by UPMC

Categorized as: Nutrition

Tagged with: Christmas, healthy desserts, healthy eating, Holiday desserts, holidays, nutrition, recipes
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3 Healthy Holiday Appetizers Your Guests Will Love

December 5, 2016

Your guests are sure to love these healthy and easy-to-make holiday recipes, including roasted pumpkin seeds, caprese salad on a stick, and egg snowmen.View Recipe

Medically Reviewed by UPMC

Categorized as: Nutrition

Tagged with: Christmas, cooking, healthy eating, Holiday Recipes, holidays, recipes, winter