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November 5, 2025

5 Tips for Parents Who Have Cancer

Staying open and honest with your children is important.

Cancer, Caregivers, Families, Kids and Mental Health

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James playing happily with his toy trucks at the park.

November 4, 2025

Fewer Seizures, More Trucks: Treating James’s Batten Disease

Treatment for this rare disorder is available at UNC Health.

Neurology, Patient Stories

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An adult woman talks with a young girl in a living room, showing attention and empathy as they share a serious but caring conversation.

October 31, 2025

How to Talk About Consent with Your Kids

The earlier you can start the discussion, the better.

Adolescents, Children's Health, Sexual Health

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Three generations of a family share a joyful conversation together at home.

October 30, 2025

What to Know About Your Family Health History

Understanding your health risks can empower you to take steps to stay well.

Families, Family Medicine, Genetics

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A man holds his knee in pain while exercising outdoors.

October 24, 2025

4 Tips for Healthy Knees

Regular movement keeps this joint working well.

Fitness and Mobility, Health

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Pregnant woman looking at a medication bottle at home.

October 23, 2025

Taking Medication Safely While Pregnant

Your doctor can help you care for yourself and your baby.

Pregnancy and Maternal Health

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Mark Braswell

October 20, 2025

Targeted Treatment for Cancer is Providing “Wonderful Tomorrows”

Personalized cancer care—and lots of positivity—are helping Mark Braswell.

Cancer, Lung Cancer

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October 15, 2025

What We Know—and Don’t—About the Causes of Autism

Genetics may play the biggest role.

Autism, Children's Health, Neurology

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Medical professional reviewing a mammogram.

October 10, 2025

5 Things to Know About Dense Breasts 

3D mammography is recommended for women whose breasts contain more dense than fatty tissue.

Breast Cancer

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A young woman sits at her desk with her head resting on her hand, looking tired or stressed while studying or working on her laptop.

October 9, 2025

What’s the Connection Between Sleep and Epilepsy?

Good sleep habits are especially important to prevent seizures.

Neurology, Sleep

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October 7, 2025

Itchy Vulva? What to Know about Lichen Sclerosus

If you’re post-menopause, you’re at higher risk.

Women's Health

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Provider administers a vaccine to a patient

October 6, 2025

COVID Vaccines in 2025: What You Need to Know

The process is different this year.

Coronavirus, Infectious Diseases, Vaccines

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