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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

    Vaccine
  • Article - 2 Minute Read

    Pneumonia Symptoms, Causes, and Risk Factors

    February 10, 2017

    Pneumonia is an infection that can affect one or both lungs. Knowing how to recognize pneumonia symptoms is critical to your health. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by UPMC

    Categorized as: Family Health

    Tagged with: flu, lung conditions, pneumonia, treating illness

    Pneumonia symptoms and risk factors to know: Understanding pneumonia.
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    Recovery from H1N1: Sonja’s Story

    December 21, 2016

    Learn how the UPMC Rehabilitation Institute helped one woman recover from debilitating illness. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by UPMC Rehabilitation Institute

    Categorized as: Rehabilitation

    Tagged with: H1N1, Patient Stories, pneumonia, respiratory illness, UPMC Rehabilitation Institute

    Learn more about UPMC patient Sonja
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    Chest Pain: Why Does My Heart Hurt?

    February 15, 2015

    Chest pain can be caused by many different conditions, and it's important to find out what's causing yours. Learn More

    Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health

    Tagged with: aortic dissection, arrhythmia, broken rib, chest pain, coronary artery disease, heart, heart attack, heart pain, heart rhythm problems, heart valve condition, heart valve problems, pneumonia, rib fracture

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    Know Your Flu Shot Facts

    December 9, 2013

    Are you ready for the flu season? Check out our infographic and learn all the flu shot facts you need to know Learn More

    Categorized as: Cold and Flu, Living and Wellness

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