UPMC HealthBeat

  • Living and WellnessLiving and Wellness
    • Family HealthFamily Health
    • FitnessFitness
    • LGBTQIA+ HealthLGBTQIA+ Health
    • Men's HealthMen’s Health
    • NutritionNutrition
    • PediatricsPediatrics
    • SafetySafety
    • Women's HealthWomen’s Health
  • Health Topics from A to ZHealth Topics A-Z
    • Brain HealthBrain Health
    • Cancer CareCancer Care
      • Breast CancerBreast Cancer
      • Gynecologic CancerGynecologic Cancer
      • Lung CancerLung Cancer
      • Pancreatic CancerPancreatic Cancer
      • Prostate CancerProstate Cancer
    • Cold and FluCold and Flu
    • Eye HealthEye Health
    • Heart HealthHeart Health
    • Mental HealthMental Health
    • OrthopaedicsOrthopaedics
    • Pregnancy and ChildbirthPregnancy and Childbirth
    • RehabilitationRehabilitation
    • Skin CareSkin Care
    • Sports MedicineSports Medicine
      • ConcussionConcussion
    • TransplantTransplant
      • Liver TransplantLiver Transplant
      • Kidney TransplantKidney Transplant
    • UrologyUrology
  • MoreMore
    • COVID-19COVID-19
      • COVID-19 VaccinationCOVID-19 Vaccination
    • Health DisparitiesHealth Disparities
    • Policy and AdvocacyPolicy and Advocacy
    • Ryan Shazier's 50 PhenomsRyan Shazier’s 50 Phenoms
    • UPMC HealthBeat en EspañolUPMC HealthBeat en Español
    • UPMC HealthBeat PodcastUPMC HealthBeat Podcast
  • Like and Follow UPMC on Facebook
  • Follow UPMC on Twitter
  • Follow UPMC on Pinterest
  • Follow UPMC on Instagram
  • Follow UPMC on LinkedIn
  • Find a DoctorFind a Doctor
  • Request an AppointmentRequest an Appointment
  • About UPMC HealthBeatOur Editorial Policy
  • Visit UPMC.comVisit UPMC.com

tips

UPMC HealthBeat en español
  • Article - 1 Minute Read

    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

    Medically Reviewed by Primary Care

    Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness, Nutrition

    Tagged with: diet, healthy eating, nutrition, tips

    Learn how to eat healthier when in restaurants
  • Article - 1 Minute Read

    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

    Medically Reviewed by UPMC

    Categorized as: Living and Wellness

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

    Pokemon in Pittsburgh
  • Gallery

    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

    fall down steps
  • Never Miss a Beat

    Subscribe to our HealthBeat newsletter!

    (Tap to Join!)(Click to Join!)
    I understand that by providing my email address, I agree to receive emails from UPMC. I understand that I may opt out of receiving such communications at any time.
    Thank you for subscribing!
    You are already subscribed.
    Sorry, an error occurred. Please try again later.

    Get Healthy Tips Sent to Your Phone!

    Message and data rates may apply. Text the word STOP to opt out and HELP for help. Click here to view the privacy and terms.
  • Article - 4 Minute Read

    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

    Medically Reviewed by Ear Nose and Throat

    Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness

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

    How to Properly Clean Your Ears
  • Video

    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

    Medically Reviewed by Urgent Care

    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

    cold vs sinus

UPMC HealthBeat

  • Find a Doctor
  • Patient Portal
  • Request an Appointment
  • UPMC Health Plan
  • Find UPMC Locations
  • Our Clinical Services
  • Sitemap

My Location

Follow Us

  • Like and Follow UPMC on Facebook
  • Follow UPMC on Twitter
  • Follow UPMC on Pinterest
  • Follow UPMC on Instagram
  • Follow UPMC on LinkedIn
  • Contact
  • UPMC Website/Email Terms of Use
  • Medical Advice Disclaimer
  • Privacy Information

© 2023 UPMC HealthBeat

Become a Member of Our Health and Wellness Email List

(Tap to Join!)(Click to Join!)
I understand that by providing my email address, I agree to receive emails from UPMC. I understand that I may opt out of receiving such communications at any time.
Thank you for subscribing!
You are already subscribed.
Sorry, an error occurred. Please try again later.