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Letting your doctor know and understand your family history of cancer can help them paint a clearer picture of your health risks. Use this holiday season to have the necessary discussion related to your family’s health. https://www.susquehannahealth.org//upmc-expert-tis-the-sea

For the safety of our community, UPMC Cole's wellness centers in Coudersport, Emporium, Port Allegany, and Smethport will close on Saturday, Dec. 12 through Monday, Jan. 4. Here are 5 tips for staying active and fit at home: https://share.upmc.com/2020/04/stay-moving-at-home/

If you're ready to take on new challenges, we may have the position for you. UPMC Cole is searching for casual caregivers to provide home care services like grocery shopping, transportation to appointments, and meal preparation. We have multiple positions and shift availabilities. Interested? Apply today: https://careers.upmc.com//5799263-caregiver-casual-upmc-co

Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, scientists worldwide have been working to find treatments and cures. Recently, several vaccine candidates have emerged, and if approved, distribution of those vaccines could begin in the United States before the end of the year. Here are some frequently asked questions about vaccines and the status of potential COVID-19 vaccines.

"Daddy, why do you wear a hat, mask, gloves, and a gown when you are at work?" After Dr. Terrance Foust, an orthopaedic surgeon at UPMC Cole, explained to his kids how personal protective equipment (PPE) helps him protect his patients, he got the most appropriate follow-up: "Daddy, does the mask stop you from getting sick?" A mask and PPE are nothing new to surgeons, so why is it so difficult to apply the same logic of protection to the public? Read why the Fousts wear their masks: https://www.susquehannahealth.org//the-foust-family-why-we

Going home for the holidays isn’t always an option for older adults in senior living communities. But this year, even family and friends who’d like to visit have to stay home too. Even before COVID-19, older adults were also at risk of another public health concern: social isolation and loneliness. Here are four ways to stay connected to someone who can’t be home for the holidays.