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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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provider examines the ankle of a pediatric patient sitting on exam table while mother watches in background

November 25, 2024

What to Know If You Have One Leg Shorter Than the Other

It’s likely that your legs aren’t even, but that’s not always cause for concern.

Orthopedics

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Adult son and father hug, both wearing holiday winter sweaters and holding gifts

November 22, 2024

3 Ways to Stay Healthy During the Holidays—and Beyond

Celebrate with your loved ones, not infectious diseases.

Cold and Flu, Medical Tips

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two women learn toward each other in serious conversation

November 21, 2024

Talking to a Loved One About Their Drinking: Do’s and Don’ts

Here’s how to share your concern if you’re worried someone you love has a problem.

Addiction, Substance Abuse

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Portrait of 74-year-old woman outdoors in winter

November 20, 2024

6 Tips for a Healthier Winter

Do these things to stay well when the temperatures drop.

Health, Medical Tips

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Woman puts her hand on a shoulder of a friend, as they sit in a circle and talk

November 18, 2024

5 Ways to Support a Loved One in Recovery

Here’s how to show up for a newly sober friend or partner.

Addiction, Families

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UNC Health lung cancer patient Emily in her front yard, holding two pink heart-shaped balloons

November 15, 2024

She Was 39, Never Smoked and Diagnosed with Lung Cancer

Anyone who has lungs can get this devastating disease.

Lung Cancer, Patient Stories

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woman lies on a couch, covered in a blanket and blowing her nose with a tissue

November 14, 2024

Do You Need a Flu Antiviral Medication?

Prescription drugs can shorten the duration of illness, but not everyone needs them.

Cold and Flu

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