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December 30, 2024

4 Steps to Take Before You Start Strength Training

This form of exercise is powerful but requires preparation.

Exercise, Fitness and Mobility

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Young adult couple sits at counter looking at laptop together

December 26, 2024

3 Steps to Selecting a Primary Care Provider

With a little bit of research, you can find the right partner for your health.

Medical Tips, Primary Care

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Woman sits at desk in a dark room, hands over her mouth in pensive, frustrated look

December 23, 2024

How to Set Boundaries

Saying “no” can be tough but it’s important for your mental health.

Mental Health, Relationships

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Toddler sits on mom's lap, both looking at a board book together

December 20, 2024

5 Easy Ways to Support Your Baby’s Brain Development

A UNC Health pediatrician shares simple steps for the early years.

Babies, Caregivers, Children's Health

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small child lays in bed, looking worried.

December 18, 2024

Troubleshooting Child Sleep Problems

These tips can help tired kids and their parents get more rest.

Babies, Children's Health, School-Age Children, Sleep, Toddlers and Preschoolers

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young woman wearing a an oversized sweater looks out a window with a melancholy look on her face

December 16, 2024

How to Cope with Seasonal Affective Disorder

If darker days make you depressed, here’s what to do.

Depression, Mental Health

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Digestive Health provider holds a model of the intestines while speaking to a patient

December 13, 2024

Help! There’s Blood in My Stool

Don’t ignore this symptom, which can be benign or a symptom of colorectal cancer.

Colon Health, Digestive Health, Gastroenterology

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Woman sneezing into her arm while holding a thermometer

December 12, 2024

Know the Difference Between Symptoms of Allergies, Cold, Flu and CO...

Only your doctor can tell you for sure, but it’s good to know what to look for.

Cold and Flu, Infectious Diseases

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Provider mirrors a patient pointing at a pain point in his shoulder to help diagnose the issue

December 10, 2024

5 Surprising Things Your Primary Care Provider Can Treat

Before you schedule with a specialist, ask your PCP for help.

Family Medicine, Medical Tips, Primary Care

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A little girl climbs happily onto an exam table with help from mom's hand while a provider smiles in the background

December 6, 2024

After the Transplant: Working with a Transplant Coordinator

Your need for support doesn’t stop with surgery.

Transplants

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a child looks at his dinner plate reluctantly

December 5, 2024

Not Just Picky Eating: Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder

If mealtimes are a struggle for your child, here’s what you need to know.

Children's Health, Eating Disorders

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a woman sitting on an exam table shakes hands with a new provider

December 2, 2024

4 Ways to Prepare for Your New Patient Visit with a Primary Care Pr...

Here’s what to expect when seeing a new doctor.

Family Medicine, Primary Care

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