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Woman sitting with her hands on her temples, showing signs of pain or dizziness.

May 30, 2025

Stop the Spin: Understanding Vertigo

A UNC Health audiologist explains this specific form of dizziness.

Ear Health, Ear, Nose, and Throat Health

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Woman lying down while holding her baby after labor.

May 28, 2025

Planning for a Vaginal Birth After a C-Section

Talk to your provider about the benefits and risks of a VBAC.

Gynecology, Health, Maternal Health, Pregnancy and Maternal Health

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A doctor shows a patient a brain scan image on a tablet while explaining the results during a medical consultation

May 23, 2025

What Is a Meningioma?

This common tumor may not require any treatment.

Brain Health, Neurology, Neurosurgery

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Adult woman sitting in a wheelchair with her hand on her head

May 21, 2025

What is Sundowning?

People with dementia may struggle in the late afternoon and evening.

Alzheimer's, Family Medicine

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older African-American man looking at camera

May 20, 2025

What Are My Treatment Options for Prostate Cancer?

With help from your doctor, you can decide how to respond to your diagnosis.

Men's Health, Prostate Cancer, Prostate Health

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older woman sits on bed, frustrated, hand resting on bed post for support

May 16, 2025

What is Atypical Parkinsonism?

Some conditions look like Parkinson’s disease at first but are different disorders.

Neurology, Parkinson's Disease

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In the image, a man is lying inside a CT scan machine while a healthcare professional stands beside him, operating the equipment and monitoring the procedure.

May 15, 2025

X-Ray, CT, MRI and More: Imaging Explained

What to know before your next scan.

Medical Tips, Radiology, Women's Health

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A patient is sitting on an examination table in a gynecological office, while a gynecologist, seated beside her, holds a digital tablet.

May 14, 2025

Do I Still Need to See a Gynecologist After Menopause?

You may not have periods but your reproductive organs still need care.

Gynecology, Sexual Health, Women's Health

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UNC Health the truth about vaccines

May 9, 2025

The Truth About Vaccines: Addressing Common Concerns

An infectious diseases doctor on the safety and risks of vaccines.

Epidemiology, Infectious Diseases, Vaccines

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UNC patient Emma with her mom

May 8, 2025

Beyond Mom’s Wildest Dreams: 6-Year-Old with Spina Bifida is Thriving

Kindergartner benefited from fetal surgery shortly after diagnosis.

Babies, Children's Health, Maternal Health, Patient Stories, UNC Children's

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Woman grasps legs in pain as she is lying in bed

May 7, 2025

Can’t Keep Still? What to Know About Restless Legs Syndrome

Help is available for this sleep-stealing condition.

Neurology, Sleep

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UNC Health Sleep Training

May 2, 2025

6 Questions to Ask About Sleep Training

A UNC Health pediatrician explains how to find what’s right for your family.

Babies, Kids and Mental Health, Pediatric Medicine

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