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    Infographic: Colors of the Eye

    September 14, 2014

    Learn more about eye color, what determines it, and medical conditions that affect it with this cool infographic from the UPMC Eye Center. View Infographic

    Medically Reviewed by Eye Center

    Categorized as: Eye Health

    Tagged with: allergies, cirrhosis, infection, infographic, iris, sunburn

    All about eye color
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    Germs in the Classroom

    August 31, 2014

    Check out this infographic to learn where germs lurk the most at school and discover ways to stay healthy and germ-free this school year. Learn More

    Categorized as: Pediatrics, Safety

    Tagged with: back to school, classroom, colds, Coughing, diarrhea, flu, food, germs, infographic, respiratory illnesses, school, sneezing, video, weakened immune systems

    germs in classroom
  • Article - 3 Minute Read

    Mix it Up Your Way with Trail Mix

    August 21, 2014

    Trail mix is a quick and easy snack that can be packed with nutrients. Learn about some of the best ingredients to include. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by UPMC

    Categorized as: Nutrition

    Tagged with: grains, healthy eating, healthy recipe, healthy recipes, Heart Health, infographic, nutrients, nutrition, nuts, omega-3s, omega-6, recipe, seeds, trail mix

    trail mix
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    Infographic: Recognizing Traumatic Brain Injury

    August 20, 2014

    Check out this infographic to learn more about traumatic brain injury, including symptoms, treatments, and outcomes. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by Neurosurgery

    Categorized as: Neurosurgery and Brain Health, Safety, Sports Medicine

    Tagged with: baseball, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, cognitive function, cooling suit treatment, cycling, emotion, football, headache, infographic, Joshua Roe, memory loss, mood swings, motor function, patient story, ringing in the ears, sensation, softball, TBI, traumatic brain injury, unconsciousness, UPMC Center for Brain Injury

    Learn more about traumatic brain injury
  • Article - 1 Minute Read

    Sports Drink vs. Water: Which Is Better for You?

    June 30, 2014

    Should you drink water before or after exercising? Or are sports drinks a better choice? Find some tips for staying hydrated while you exercise. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by Sports Medicine

    Categorized as: Fitness, Sports Medicine

    Tagged with: exercising, hydration, infographic, sports drinks, water

    sports drink
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    Infographic: Protect Your Skin: Sunscreen 101

    June 22, 2014

    Learn some easy tips on how to use sunscreen to protect your skin during this summer by reviewing our infographic on proper sunscreen application. Learn More

    Categorized as: Cancer Care, Skin Care

    Tagged with: Hillman Cancer Center, infographic, skin cancer, skin cancer screening, skin care, SPF, SPF 30, sunglasses, sunscreen

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    How Alcohol Affects Your Mind and Body

    April 24, 2014

    There's no question that alcohol impairs coordination and other activities. Review this infographic for a breakdown of impairments based on consumption. Learn More

    Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Neurosurgery and Brain Health

    Tagged with: alcohol, BAC, beer, blood alcohol concentration, drunk, infographic, legal alcohol limit, liquor, wine

    Alcohol can have significant and potentially long-lasting effects on your physical and mental health.
  • Article - 36 Second Read

    Boost Your Smoothie – Add Avocado!

    April 11, 2014

    Did you know avocados are one of the healthiest foods you can eat? Learn why you should add avocado to your smoothies and check out the perfect recipe! Read More

    Medically Reviewed by UPMC

    Categorized as: Nutrition

    Tagged with: avocado, Green Smoothies, infographic, omega-3 fatty acids, recipe, smoothie, Vitamin A, vitamin B, Vitamin E, vitamin K

    avocado smoothie in mason jar
  • Article - 1 Minute Read

    6 Easy Stretches From a Certified Athletic Trainer

    April 10, 2014

    Stretching decreases your chance of injury and helps push you to optimal performance. Try these stretches before your next activity. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by Sports Medicine

    Categorized as: Fitness, Sports Medicine

    Tagged with: athletic trainer, athletic training, half kneel quad stretch, infographic, runner stretch, running stretches, Sam Pittera, soleus stretch, standing hamstring stretch, standing quad stretch, TFL wall stretch

    Find easy stretches from an athletic trainer
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