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Diet and health trends come and go each year, but not all popular fads are necessarily healthy or the best option for everyone. Here are three of the top health and wellness fads of 2018 and what you need to know before giving them a try. 1. Activated Charcoal From...

Deer season is underway here in Southwestern Pennsylvania, which means that hunters and non-hunters alike will need to practice some added safety tips, especially while out in the woods. 1. Practice Good Gun Safety Habits Anyone who will be hunting with a firearm...

All of the candies, cookies, and dinners that pop up around the holidays can throw a wrench in your healthy eating goal. But the good news is that you can still enjoy your favorite Christmas treats without spoiling your healthy diet. Keep these tips in mind over the...

‘Tis the season for holiday traveling, but before you head out on your trip, there are a few things you should do to prepare. Whether you expect to be gone for one night or an entire week, go through this checklist with your family to ensure safe travels and stays for...

As cooler weather starts to settle into Southwestern Pennsylvania, you might start to notice signs of dry, itchy skin cropping up. For some people, dry skin only becomes a problem in the winter months, when the air is much drier than in the summer. For others, chronic...

Identity thefts and data breaches are rapidly growing problems that affect millions of Americans each year. While online shopping, email, and social media platforms have certainly contributed to this increase in identity theft, the Federal Trade Commission reports...

We have been hearing conflicting evidence for years about whether or not the timing of your meals matters when it comes to weight loss and general good health. First, we were told that eating late at night was bad for these goals. Then, experts said when you eat isn’t...

Three Pittsburgh-area children have recently been hospitalized with suspected cases of a rare polio-like condition called acute flaccid myelitis. While the CDC has yet to confirm these cases, symptoms and preliminary diagnoses point to AFM as the cause. This concise...

Researchers recently analyzed a group of data involving 1.2 million women and found that regularly eating processed meats could increase the risk of developing breast cancer, as well as other types of cancer. However, more research is needed to determine the magnitude...

Cooler mornings and evenings have finally made their way to the Pittsburgh area, which also means cold and flu season are not far behind. Even though fall just started, planning your flu shot now could save you sniffles, aches, and pains later. Get Your Flu Shot in...