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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 - 6 Minute Read

    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

    Can young children visit Santa Claus in 2020.
  • Article - 5 Minute Read

    Holiday Safety Away from Home

    December 17, 2019

    The holidays are a busy time of year, so it's important to keep safety top of mind. Stay safe with these tips from our security team! Read More

    Medically Reviewed by UPMC Harrisburg

    Categorized as: Living and Wellness

    Tagged with: holidays, Pinnacle Health

    holiday safety tips
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  • Infographic

    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

    Where can you find emergency care during the holidays?
  • Article - 2 Minute Read

    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

    Learn more about trick-or-treating with food allergies
  • Gallery

    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

  • Recipe

    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. Get the recipe for light pumpkin bundt cake. 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

    light pumpkin bundt cake recipe
  • Recipe

    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

  • Recipe

    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

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