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Days of Summer! McKeesport Summer Concert Series Dates: Sunday evenings in June (Check the website for the exact dates.) Time: 7 p.m. Address: Lions Band Shell, Tulip Drive, Renziehausen Park Contact: mckeesportbands.com Join family, friends and neighbors every Sunday evening for McKeesport Concerts in the Park. This weekly outdoor concert series is proudly sponsored by the City of McKeesport, the McKeesport Lions Club and RAD. Visit the website for the schedule of performances. Monroeville Summer Concert Series Dates: Starting June 16 (Check the website for a variety of summer dates.) Address: Tall Trees Amphitheater, Monroeville Community Park, 2447 Tilbrook Road, Monroeville Contact: monroeville.pa.us/parks, or facebook.com/Monroeville- Recreation-Parks-Monroeville-PA Free and fun concerts in one of Monroeville’s beautiful parks! Bring a folding chair or blanket and enjoy a variety of live music this summer. Concessions are available. Visit the website for more information. Monroeville Jazz Festival Date: Aug. 17 Time: 2:30 to 8:30 p.m. Address: Tall Trees Amphitheater, Monroeville Community Park, 2447 Tilbrook Road, Monroeville Contact: monroevillefoundation.org, or 412.856.1006 An annual jazz festival aimed at enriching the quality of life in Monroeville! Its mission is to encourage and promote jazz music for all ages, and to develop an appreciation of the music as a unique American art form. Visit the website for more details. Murrysville Concert in the Park Date: Aug. 10 Address: Murrysville Community Park, 4056 Wiestertown Road, Export Contact: murrysvilleparecreation.com, or facebook.com/Murrysville- Community-Day Murrysville Parks and Recreation invites you to celebrate the summer of ‘69 and the 50th anniversary of Woodstock (August 15-18, 1969)! This year’s lineup will feature bands that will launch you back to the days of tie-dye. Enjoy an afternoon of groovy bands, sumptuous food vendors, beverages from Rivertowne/Helltown and Bushy Run Winery, kids’ activities, games, a cornhole tournament and fireworks! Visit the website for more information. Serious Issues From Seasonal Changes A fter winter weather finally breaks, we all enjoy the changes that accompany the warmer weather. It can be a time to be aware and be careful of some common illness and health problems that can accompany increased activity and outdoor exposure. Seasonal Allergies and Asthma– Both of these health challenges routinely flare up in spring with budding trees, rising pollen counts, temperature changes, fertilizing products and spring cleaning. For allergy, medications and injections can help, especially if they are utilized a few weeks in advance of exposure. So, plan accordingly. For asthma control, keep sufficient rescue inhalers on-hand and research best tips for reducing pollen and pollution exposure. Common Cold– Fall and spring are peak times for catching a cold. Rhinovirus spreads very easily from person to person, so remember basic precautions of hand washing and minimize touching your eyes, nose and mouth for you and your children. Headaches– With the clocks changing, the daytime lengthening and the weather being inconsistent, people experience increased headaches and migraines as their InComm Seasonal HORZ.indd 1 14 724.942.0940 TO ADVERTISE ❘ icmags.com bodies adjust. Don’t be in too much of a hurry to turn on the air conditioning. Sinus Congestion– A stuffy nose, chest congestion and sore throat are common in spring. A person may experi- ence chills or sweats more frequently during the season change which can lead to respiratory health concerns. Sport Injuries– As spring sports begin to gear up, adults and children are often not as prepared as athletes who do winter and spring training. It is important to stretch and give yourself proper time to warm up for activities. When situations related to these health issues escalate and cause concern, it is important to connect with your primary care team for advice and any needed appointments and medications. Premier has Allergy, ENT and pain manage- ment specialists available if needed. Don’t neglect your health and jeopardize enjoying the warm weather. PremierMedicalAssociates.com Member of the Allegheny Health Network PremierMedicalAssociates.com 4/15/19 12:06 PM