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Just Booked a Trip? Here’s How to Stay Healthy Abroad

March 27, 2017

To minimize your risk of becoming seriously ill during international travel, it is important to find out which immunizations you need for travel. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Infectious Diseases
Categorized as: Living and Wellness
Tagged with: immunization, infectious disease, Staying Healthy, travel, vaccinations
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Ouch! Why Does My Arm Hurt After a Shot?

December 16, 2016

Some soreness after receiving a vaccination is normal. Learn why you're experiencing pain after a shot and when you should seek medical care. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC
Categorized as: Family Health
Tagged with: arm pain, injection site, pain, soreness, tetanus, treating pain at home, vaccinations
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Vaccines You Need for College: Learn the Requirements for Students

September 10, 2016

Protect yourself and those around you by getting your required college vaccinations. Learn more about required vaccines for college. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Pediatrics
Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness
Tagged with: immunizations, Pertussis, student health, vaccinations, vaccinations for college, vaccine-preventable disease
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6 Travel Tips for Cancer Patients

December 18, 2014

Traveling is stressful, but if you're a cancer patient undergoing chemotherapy, you may run into more barriers than usual. Here are travel tips to follow. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC
Categorized as: Cancer Care
Tagged with: cancer, chemotherapy, infectious disease, medications, sunscreen, travel, UV rays, vaccinations
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Safe Travels – Staying Healthy While Traveling

May 23, 2014

Memorial day is a high travel weekend. Find some easy tips to have travel safely and stay healthy during this long weekend. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Urgent Care
Categorized as: Safety
Tagged with: hand hygiene, immunizations, Memorial Day, sleep, travel safety, traveling, vaccinations

Just Booked a Trip? Here’s How to Stay Healthy Abroad

Ouch! Why Does My Arm Hurt After a Shot?

Vaccines You Need for College: Learn the Requirements for Students

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