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  • A black man drinks a bottle of water after a race. (Photo: runffwpu/Pexels)

    Drinking Water

    Growing research has found that bottled water has its own challenges — and regular tap water may be better in most situations.Read More
    23 Jan 2025
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    Banned

    On Jan. 15, 2025, the FDA announced the ban of Red No. 3, an artificial dye additive used to give thousands of food products a vibrant red color.Read More
    16 Jan 2025
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  • Weight Loss & GLP-1s

    You have likely heard about GLP-1 drugs such as Ozempic and Wegovy for managing diabetes and obesity. But what are GLP-1 medications, and how do they work? Read More
    09 Jan 2025
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  • Black girl decorating a Christmas tree. (Photo: UPMC)

    Holiday Safety Tips

    From family get-togethers to shopping, the holidays can keep you busy. But wintry weather, holiday parties and festive decorations can pose a risk for children.Read More
    19 Dec 2024
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    Shingles

    Shingles is caused by the varicella-zoster virus, the virus that causes chickenpox. It lies dormant in the nervous system then reemerges as painful rashes.Read More
    12 Dec 2024
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Ticks

11 Oct 2024
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Cases of babesiosis, a tick-borne parasitic disease, increased an average of 9% per year in the U.S. between 2015-2022 between 2015-2022.
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Sports Injuries

03 Oct 2024
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Injuries are a reality in any sport, from recreational leagues to the pros. Four health professionals discuss six common injuries facing athletes.
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Slim Down

21 Sep 2024
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Weight-loss drugs are all over the news. A doctor helps separate fact from fiction and determine what is the safest alterative for people who need them.
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Can I Buy?

11 Sep 2024
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With the school year underway, it is time to focus on one of the most perplexing dilemmas that challenge parents: what to pack for my kid’s lunch.
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Back to School Health

24 Aug 2024
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Dr. Kate Sanchez offers thoughts about what parents need to know and do to make this year’s transition a little easier.
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Women’s Health Checklist

13 Dec 2021
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Your health is more than just losing a few pounds. If you aren't sure where to start, here are some of the top things to focus on.
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