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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

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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

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

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

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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

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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

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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

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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