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December 18, 2019

What to Do When Stress Interferes with Daily Functioning

Extreme stress can trigger a nervous breakdown or even a psychotic episode.

Stress Management

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December 16, 2019

Prepare for Sick Kids While Traveling

A UNC expert offers tips for planning ahead for illness on the road.

Children's Health, Health

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December 11, 2019

What’s the difference between a yeast infection and bacterial vagin...

The two conditions have similar symptoms but require different treatments.

Infectious Diseases, Women's Health

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December 9, 2019

Simple Steps to Reduce Your Flu Risk

Here’s how to avoid the spread of germs and protect others if you get sick.

Cold and Flu, Infectious Diseases

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December 4, 2019

Managing the Holidays When You Struggle with Food

Having an eating disorder can make family time a challenge. Try these tips to show kindness to yourself and others.

Eating Disorders

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December 2, 2019

Four Things to Know About Eczema

This itchy skin condition mostly affects children but happens to adults, too.

Children's Health, Skin Care, Skin Conditions

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November 27, 2019

Avoiding Food Pressure This Holiday Season

Tips on how to politely decline food from loved ones.

Families, Nutrition

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November 25, 2019

Is That Gunk in Your Eye Conjunctivitis?

Here are three things you need to know about pinkeye.

Eye Health

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November 20, 2019

Winter-Proof Your Workout

Tips and tricks to stay fit when the temperatures dip.

Fitness and Mobility, Wellness

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November 13, 2019

Can This Treatment Cure a Peanut Allergy?

A new type of immunotherapy could minimize serious allergic reactions.

Allergies, Children's Health, Immunotherapy, Pediatric Medicine

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November 11, 2019

How to Talk to Your Teen About Unhealthy Behaviors

Around age 11, children experience a major growth of neurons, or brain cells, that shifts which parts of the brain dominate behavior and decision-making. At this time, the prefrontal cortex, which controls behavior and decision-making, is growing but not yet mature, while the limbic system, which controls fear and pleasure, is becoming the most active…

Adolescents, Children's Health

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November 6, 2019

Post-Cancer Rehab: Easing Back into Daily Life After Cancer

Six common side effects of cancer treatment and what you can do about them.

Cancer, Health, Lymphatic System, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, Rehabilitation Services (OT and PT)

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