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    What Are the Benefits of Elderberry?

    February 19, 2020

    For centuries, cultures have used elderberries for food and medicine. But what exactly are the benefits of elderberry — and how legitimate are they? Read More

    Medically Reviewed by UPMC

    Categorized as: Cold and Flu, Family Health, Health Topics A-Z, Heart and Vascular Health, Living and Wellness, Men's Health, Nutrition, Women's Health

    Tagged with: benefits of elderberry, cancer, cardiovascular disease, chronic disease, common cold, diabetes, elderberry uses, immune systems, inflammation, influenza

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    Flu Vaccine and Chemotherapy: Should People With Cancer Be Vaccinated?

    January 11, 2019

    Can the flu vaccine and chemotherapy be combined? Here's what you need to know about flu prevention and cancer. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by UPMC Hillman Cancer Center

    Categorized as: Cancer Care, Cold and Flu, Health Topics A-Z

    Tagged with: cancer, cancer treatment, chemotherapy, flu, influenza, UPMC Hillman Cancer Center

    Many people are wondering if they need an additional shot of the COVID-19 vaccine. Learn more about COVID-19 vaccine booster shots.
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    4 Important Vaccines Adults Shouldn’t Skip

    May 3, 2018

    Older adults and seniors need protection against infectious illnesses just like children do. Vaccines are essential. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by UPMC Harrisburg

    Categorized as: Cold and Flu, Family Health, Health Topics A-Z, Living and Wellness

    Tagged with: influenza, Pertussis, Pinnacle Health, pneumonia, shingles, vaccine, Whooping Cough

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    Pennsylvania Flu Outbreak: What You Need to Know

    January 23, 2015

    Since December, Pennsylvania has seen a sizeable uptick in the number of flu cases compared to 2013. Learn more about what this outbreak means for you. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by Urgent Care

    Categorized as: Cold and Flu, Family Health

    Tagged with: David Nace MD, flu, flu outbreak, flu vaccine, H3N2, influenza, wash hands

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    Why Should I Get A Flu Shot?

    August 28, 2014

    Learn more about influenza, more commonly known as the flu, and discover the symptoms and types of flu. Find out what strains are covered in the vaccine. Learn More

    Categorized as: Cold and Flu, Living and Wellness

    Tagged with: avian influenza, bird flu, flu, flu shot, flu vaccine, H1N1, H5N1, influenza, Type A Flu Virus, Type B Flu Virus, Type C Flu Virus, UPMC Urgent Care

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