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4 Ways to Eat Healthier When Dining Out

September 5, 2017

Because you’re eating out doesn’t mean your food has to be unhealthy. Next time you’re at a restaurant, remember these tips. Read More

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Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness, Nutrition

Tagged with: diet, healthy eating, nutrition, tips

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Find Pokémon in Pittsburgh (and Get Some Exercise, Too)

September 11, 2016

This Pokemon Go map of Pittsburgh will help you play your new favorite app — and get some exercise while you're doing it. Read More

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Categorized as: Living and Wellness

Tagged with: Pittsburgh, Pokemon Go, tips, virtual reality, walking, Walking for exercise

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6 Tips for Preventing and Handling Falls

December 20, 2014

Learn more about how to prevent falls and when to seek help if you do by reviewing our easy tips, and check out our infographic to help handle falls. Learn More

Categorized as: Family Health, Safety

Tagged with: common injuries, fall prevention, Geriatric Services, infographic, injuries, medical mondays, tips, traumatic brain injury, UPMC Trauma Care System

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How to Safely Clean Your Ears

August 12, 2014

Avoid injuring yourself with potentially hazardous cotton swabs and ear candles. Learn how to properly clean ears and remove earwax buildup. Read More

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Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness

Tagged with: clean, directions, ear, ear canal, ear wax, how to, tips

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Tips to Avoid and Fight the Common Cold

December 30, 2013

Concerned about getting sick this winter? Read our tips to help avoid colds and other ailments from UPMC Urgent Care. Watch Now

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Categorized as: Living and Wellness

Tagged with: aerobic exercise, avoid colds, avoid smoking, combat colds, common cold, cough, cough drops, drink water, sick people, sleep, sneeze, tips, wash hands