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February Issue
Welcome to the February issue of
Northern Connection Magazine
This month’s cover features
UPMC: Heart Health Matters
What you need to know about heart failure
Also in this issue:
• 2026 Health Guide
• February Events
• Mt. Rushmore Trivia
• And much more...
Enjoy reading the February issue of
Northern Connection Magazine.
Click on the cover to read the entire issue.
Featured Articles


Solo Beauty
Have you ever felt like a contortionist when trying to apply sunscreen, lotion, medication, or simply wash a part of your back that you cannot reach? If so, there is a solution—Solo Beauty.


IT’S ALL ABOUT FEELING FAB in FEB!
There is one resolution many women aim for the year to come - feeling and looking our best! And perhaps it works in January, but come February, the intention is still there but the motivation does fizzle out a bit.


Local Author Spotlight: Sharon Flake
Pittsburgh author Sharon Flake released the second book of her three-book children’s series, Hattie Mae Begins Again, on January 13, 2026. The series chronicles the adventures and challenges of young Hattie Mae, who leaves home to attend an elite boarding school in Philadelphia.


Winter Outdoors
The Norwegian have a term called “friluftsliv”, which translates to “open-air living”. The concept celebrates being in nature purely for recreational reasons, no matter the time of year or the temperature. Norway even has several outdoor kindergartens, where the children spend 80% of their time outdoors, as well as “libraries” where you can borrow outdoor gear for recreation.
Preventive Care in 2026: What Patients Should Be Doing Before They Get Sick
Not long ago, preventive care meant stopping by your doctor’s office once a year, getting a quick exam, and hearing, “Everything looks fine.” In 2026, preventive care means much more than that. Today, it’s about keeping things fine; through proactive, personalized, and smarter healthcare that focuses on preventing problems before they disrupt your life.Think of preventive care as routine maintenance for your body.


Heart Health Matters: What You Need to Know About Heart Failure
Your heart works hard every day to keep you healthy and active. But when it isn’t pumping as well as it should, even simple tasks can feel exhausting. Heart failure impacts more than 6 million people in the United States, and the number continues to grow each year.


Mount Rushmore Trivia
On Monday, February 16, we will observe Presidents' Day. To celebrate this meaningful occasion, let’s honor the four notable U.S. Presidents depicted on a renowned monument. Mount Rushmore, located in Keystone, South Dakota, invites visitors to experience history face-to-face.


School Movers & Shakers - February
Six Fox Chapel Area High School students won awards at the annual Duquesne University Invitational Speech and Debate Tournament.


Advanced Technology Brings Hands-on Training to the Next Level at A.W. Beattie Career Center
Students at A.W. Beattie Career Center have recently been introduced to a variety of cutting-edge technology upgrades to provide the best educational, hands-on experiences possible.
Among the major advancements, a life-sized ambulance has been installed in the Emergency Response Technology classroom to give students the opportunity to respond to staged and simulated emergencies, replicating real-life scenarios.


Army Nurse Corps Celebrates 125th Anniversary
For 125 years, Army nurses have shaped U.S. military history and saved lives. As the Army Nurse Corps marks a milestone this month, we reflect on a legacy that began in the Continental Army and continued through the Civil and Spanish-American Wars.


For the Love of Friendship
The month of February has long been associated with a holiday many love, or love to hate: Valentine’s Day. And while much of the focus tends to be a celebration of romantic partnerships, the love shared among friends is equally deserving of celebration and recognition.


February Happenings
Blood Drives, Concerts, Fish Fries & More!


One Meal at a Time: Optimal Recovery with Anti-Inflammatory Eating
Inflammation is the body’s natural response to infection or injury. When you sustain an injury, your immunize system activates and sends white blood cells to repair the wound so that you can heal. But sometimes inflammation can stick around when it’s no longer needed, and this can lead to chronic health issues


People Are Crazy – Even the Small Ones
I’m not the biggest country music fan, and I don’t drink beer, but one of my favorite quips I often quote to sum up the absurdity of life is the lyric from country singer Billy Currington’s 2008 hit song “People are Crazy”: “God is great, beer is good and people are crazy.”


YogaSix Wexford Creates a Space for Movement, Mindfulness, and Community
Now open at the Wexford Plaza near the Whole Foods, YogaSix Wexford has created a welcoming space centered on approachable movement and mindfulness, supporting students of all ages and abilities throughout their wellness journey.


Business Spotlight: Alex Goetz, Trainer/Owner of Train PGH
With more than 12 years in the fitness industry, Alex Goetz, trainer and owner of Train PGH, has seen firsthand how effective training goes far beyond workouts. His philosophy has evolved from simply coaching exercises to truly coaching people by understanding how bodies move, how stress impacts progress, and how sustainable habits are built for life.


Local Author Spotlight- Anna Bruno
For Anna Bruno, Pittsburgh wasn’t just a great place to grow up; it was the perfect setting for her second novel, Fine Young People. She currently resides in Iowa, but her Pittsburgh roots are evident in the coming-of-age murder mystery set at a prep school in Sewickley. Bruno attended high school at Shady Side Academy in Fox Chapel, which provided the inspiration for the fictional St. Ignatius school, the setting for the book.
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