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March 6, 2023

10 Actions That Can Keep Your Child Out of the Emergency Department

Take these small steps to prevent injury and death.

Children's Health, Safety

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March 1, 2023

Gaining More Life After Bariatric Surgery

Three patients share how weight loss surgery changed their lives.

Bariatric Surgery, Patient Stories

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February 28, 2023

Understanding Parkinson’s Disease

Symptoms can cause difficulty walking and talking, but treatment can help.

Neurology, Parkinson's Disease

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February 27, 2023

6 Tips for Facing Your Child’s Rare Disease Diagnosis

Finding the right care team and community is key.

Genetics, Patient Stories

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February 20, 2023

There’s a Teen Mental Health Crisis—Here’s How to Help ...

Talk to your teens about their mental health.

Adolescents, Anxiety, Depression

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February 17, 2023

Identifying Gender and Racial Disparities in Heart Attack Care

UNC researchers are spreading the word about these disparities and starting a conversation about how to change them.

Cardiology, Health Disparities, Heart and Vascular Health, Heart Attacks, Research, Women's Health

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February 15, 2023

Which Foods Can Reduce Inflammation?

A diet rich in antioxidants can help with chronic inflammation.

Nutrition

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February 14, 2023

How to Prepare for Your First Cancer Appointment

Try this advice for before and after your visit with an oncologist.

Cancer, Caregivers

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February 10, 2023

Questions and Answers About Multiple Sclerosis

Newer treatments can control symptoms and slow the disease’s progression.

Multiple Sclerosis, Neurology

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February 8, 2023

Worried That Sore Throat Is Strep? Read On

This common infection requires antibiotics.

Children's Health, Cold and Flu, Infectious Diseases

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February 6, 2023

Does My Baby Have a Tongue-Tie?

This common condition can be frustrating, but it is treatable.

Babies, Ear, Nose, and Throat Health

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February 3, 2023

Is It Cancer? Only Your Doctor Can Tell You for Sure

Diagnosing yourself online or ignoring symptoms can cause more problems.

Cancer

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