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April 14, 2022

9 Benefits of Yoga for Cancer Survivors

Yoga can improve fatigue, decrease stress and encourage mindfulness.

Cancer, Health, Wellness

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April 11, 2022

3 Things Young Athletes Need to Know About Protein

Eating a healthy, balanced diet may boost athletic performance.

Fitness and Mobility, Nutrition

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A woman in a wheelchair has breakfast or lunch with her husband, holding hands.

April 7, 2022

3 Things Not to Say to a Caregiver

If you want to show your support, try these ideas instead.

Caregivers

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two adult sons consoling their mother, sitting on a couch in their home

April 6, 2022

Grief: An Experience We Share That’s Different for Everyone

Losing a loved one is painful; understanding the variability of grief experiences may help.

Grief, Mental Health

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UNC Health patient Angie with her husband James

April 1, 2022

After Years of Mysterious Symptoms, a Life-Changing Diagnosis

Pituitary tumors are rare, and symptoms can mimic other conditions.

Neurosurgery, Patient Stories

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UNC Health colon cancer patient Greg Meddlin with his family standing on a front porch

March 30, 2022

Facing Colon Cancer at 42

Father of two had longtime GI symptoms that turned out to be cancer.

Colorectal Cancer, Patient Stories

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young woman runner tying her shoes preparing for a jog outside at morning

March 28, 2022

Walk to Build Strength and Endurance—One Step at a Time

Reduce stress and improve flexibility by starting a walking routine.

Fitness and Mobility, Wellness

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Portrait of a senior man with a tennis racket

March 25, 2022

How an Intense Jet of Water Can Relieve an Enlarged Prostate

Aquablation may lessen side effects and recovery time for patients with benign prostatic hyperplasia.

Men's Health, Urology

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March 23, 2022

Don’t Stop Moving Because You Have COPD

Exercising with supplemental oxygen is important but may require some flexibility and creativity.

COPD, Lung Health, Pulmonology

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Senior woman inhaling through oxygen mask at home

March 21, 2022

Your Doctor Has Prescribed Supplemental Oxygen—Now What?

If you have COPD, you might have questions about living with an oxygen tank or concentrator.

COPD, Lung Health, Pulmonology

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two women running together outside

March 18, 2022

5 Tips for Staying Safe While Being Active Outside

Keep your eyes and ears alert for potential hazards on your run, walk or bike ride.

Fitness and Mobility, Safety

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Lateral view of arm of a pregnant woman with a adhesive bandage after the vaccine.

March 17, 2022

Which Vaccines to Get—and Avoid—While Pregnant

Staying up to date on vaccinations is critical to keep mom and baby safe.

Maternal Health, Vaccines

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