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October 28, 2019

Prehypertension: High Blood Pressure’s Warning Sign

What you need to know if you’ve been diagnosed with elevated blood pressure.

Blood Pressure

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October 23, 2019

Exercising While Restricting Calories Could Be Bad for Bone Health

New research shows that pairing normal- to high-calorie meals with exercise can help keep bones strong.

Bone and Joint Health, Exercise

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October 14, 2019

Plan Ahead for Health Care Emergencies

A UNC expert discusses the importance of advance care planning.

Advance Care Planning

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October 11, 2019

Zantac Pulled Off Shelves: What You Need to Know 

Here’s what to do now that Zantac was removed from local pharmacies.

Gastroenterology, Health, Medication, News

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October 8, 2019

The Athlete-Blood Clot Connection

Clots commonly happen because of injuries, and the physicality of sports may increase a player’s risk.

Heart and Vascular Health, Sports Medicine

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October 7, 2019

Does Your Child Have Fifth Disease?

By the time this virus’s distinctive rash appears, your child is already on the mend.

Children's Health, Infectious Diseases

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October 2, 2019

What Causes Male Infertility?

A UNC expert discusses male fertility and the importance of a doctor’s evaluation.

Fertility, Men's Health

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October 1, 2019

The Emotional Toll of Food Allergies in Children

Help your child minimize anxiety about food allergies.

Anxiety, Children's Health, Food Allergies

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September 23, 2019

Make a Splash with Water-Based Exercise

Not only is swimming fun, it’s great exercise, too.

Fitness and Mobility

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September 18, 2019

Swelling in Your Limbs? It Could Be Lymphedema

Here’s what you need to know about the condition—and how to reduce your risk.

Lymphatic System, Rehabilitation Services (OT and PT)

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Newborn baby with cleft lip and palate

September 11, 2019

Tips for Caring for Your Baby with a Cleft Lip and Palate

Here’s how parents can prepare for surgery to treat these common birth defects.

Babies, Plastic Surgery

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September 9, 2019

Tips for Staying Fit on the Fairway

Strength training can improve your golf game and keep you safe 

Fitness and Mobility

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