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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

    Immunizations are important when you are traveling internatlionally
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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

  • Article - 3 Minute Read

    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

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