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Young woman shows self-made mask to protect against virus and bacteria

January 11, 2021

Not All Masks Are Created Equal

UNC Health experts tested them to see which were most protective against COVID-19.

Infectious Diseases

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father and son talking while sitting in living room at home

January 8, 2021

6 Steps to Become a Better Listener

This sometimes-difficult skill can be learned.

Mental Health

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A mother and her adopted son smiling, laughing and cuddling on the front porch

January 6, 2021

3 Things Parents Should Know About the COVID-19 Vaccines and Children

Kids won’t be able to receive the vaccines for several more months.

Coronavirus, Vaccines

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Teenager uses smartphone at home

January 5, 2021

3 Things People with Allergies Need to Know About the COVID-19 Vacc...

If you have allergies, don’t assume you can’t get the shot.

Allergies, Coronavirus, Vaccines

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Healthcare professional in protective gloves & workwear holding & organising a tray of COVID-19 vaccine vials. The professional is carrying out researches on COVID-19 vaccine in laboratory.

January 4, 2021

The COVID-19 Vaccines Are Here—Now What?

Hope is on the horizon, but you still need to wear a mask.

Vaccines

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Shot of a man peering into the fridge at home

December 30, 2020

If You Struggle with Emotional Eating, Read This

The way you feel mentally can affect your relationship with food.

Mental Health, Nutrition

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Close-up of man with whiskey glass on arm rest of a leather chair

December 28, 2020

5 Questions to Ask Yourself About Alcohol

Here’s how you can evaluate your drinking habits to see if you might want to make a change.

Substance Abuse

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Stroke survivor and UNC REX patient Jason Heiser looks forward to new challenges once races resume.

December 24, 2020

His Biggest Obstacle Yet: A Stroke

Thanks to his co-workers’ quick thinking, an active 34-year-old recovers fully from a stroke.

Stroke

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Scientist pipetting a sample for genetic testing with a background of a DNA sequence

December 18, 2020

Can Gene Editing Treat Angelman Syndrome?

Scientists have determined how to overcome a genetic mutation at the center of this debilitating neurodevelopmental condition.

Genetics, Research

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Man Chooses Supplement In Drugstore

December 17, 2020

Can Vitamin D Help Prevent COVID-19?

Maintaining adequate vitamin D levels is important for general health.

Nutrition

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Photo of a senior woman checking her blood pressure level at home

December 15, 2020

Menopause and Your Heart

Take these steps to lower your risk of heart disease after menopause.

Heart and Vascular Health, Menopause, Women's Health

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Anonymous photo of two women during group psychotherapy for people with depression

December 14, 2020

Finding Relief from Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder

PTSD can arise from a number of situations, and therapy can help.

PTSD

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