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    When You Should See Your Doctor for a Sunburn

    June 17, 2017

    Occasionally, the most severe sunburns will require medical attention. Learn when it's time to seek care for your burn. Learn More

    Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Skin Care

    Tagged with: featured post, mobile featured, skin care, sunburn, urgent care

    sunburn when to see your doctor
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    4 Simple Skin Care Tips for Athletes

    October 4, 2016

    Protect your skin during outdoor workouts: These skin care tips for athletes can help you avoid chafing, burning, and blistering outdoors. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by Dermatology

    Categorized as: Fitness, Skin Care

    Tagged with: cycling, outdoor athletes, outdoors, running, sports, sunburn

  • Article - 2 Minute Read

    Sunburn or Sun Poisoning? Tell the Difference

    July 29, 2016

    Learn how to tell the difference between everyday sunburn and more serious sun poisoning with this guide to common symptoms. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by Primary Care

    Categorized as: Family Health

    Tagged with: rash, severe sunburn, sun poisoning, sun rash, sunburn

    Learn how to tell the difference between sunburn and sun poisoning
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    Is a Hot Shower Bad for Your Skin?

    January 28, 2015

    Many people love a long, hot shower or soak in a hot bath. But what effects can they have on your skin? Find out now. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by Dermatology

    Categorized as: Skin Care

    Tagged with: clear nasal congestion, dry skin, infection, itching, moisturizer, natural oil barrier, Nick Woltjen, shower, skin, skin care, soap, sunburn, UPMC Department of Dermatology

    a hot shower is bad for skin
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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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    7 Cycling Tips to Help You Bike Like a Pro

    July 4, 2014

    UPMC's Sports Medicine team presents seven simple tips to prepare your body for cycling -- and how to stay safe while training for an event. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by Sports Medicine

    Categorized as: Fitness, Sports Medicine

    Tagged with: bicycling, cycling, exercise, fitness, helmet, hydration, safety equipment, sports medicine, sunburn

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    Selecting the Best Sunglasses

    June 26, 2014

    Learn about the differences between common types of sunglasses and pick up our recommendations to help you choose the best pair for your lifestyle. Learn More

    Categorized as: Eye Health

    Tagged with: cornea, macular degeneration, photokeratitis, polarized lenses, Scott Drexler, sunburn, sunglasses, surgery cataract, UPMC Eye Center

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    Sun Poisoning Dangers: Symptoms, Treatment and Prevention

    June 4, 2014

    Learn more about the symptoms of sun poisoning, how to prevent it, how to treat it, and when you should seek medical care for it. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by Urgent Care

    Categorized as: Cancer Care, Safety

    Tagged with: featured posts, mobile featured, pmle, polymorphous light eruption, skin cancer, sun, sun poisoning, sunburn, UV light

    Learn more about the dangers of sun poisoning
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    Skin Care Tricks and Tips for Spring

    March 20, 2014

    Spring brings relief to your skin, but it's important to continue healthy skin care. Learn some tricks and tips for taking care of your skin year round Read More

    Medically Reviewed by Dermatology

    Categorized as: Skin Care

    Tagged with: ceramides, dry skin, hydration, moisturizer, skin care, spring, sunburn

    Does stress cause breakouts

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