Blog

Older man and his wife sit on a couch, speaking to a provider in blue scrubs

September 25, 2024

Prostate Cancer Treatment: Managing Side Effects

Your doctor will talk to you about your preferences and priorities.

Men's Health, Prostate Cancer

Read Article
OB/GYN provider speaks to a female patient in a high-rise hospital room

September 24, 2024

Irregular Periods Could Be a Sign of PCOS

Polycystic ovary syndrome is treatable but can contribute to infertility.

Gynecology, Hormones and Health, Women's Health

Read Article
tilt-up view of a baseball pitcher about to throw a baseball

September 20, 2024

How Tommy John Surgery Saves Pitching Careers

A UNC Health orthopedic surgeon explains ulnar collateral ligament reconstruction.

Orthopedic Surgery, Orthopedics, Sports Medicine

Read Article
Blurred image of a medical provider placing an assuring hand on a patient's shoulder

September 18, 2024

New Treatments Offer Promise to People with Acute Myeloid Leukemia

Patients who are 70 and older have more options than before.

Cancer, Hematology, Rare Cancers

Read Article
woman with long white hair looks out of window

September 16, 2024

Six Surprising Facts About Breast Cancer

Understand this common cancer’s symptoms and risk factors.

Breast Cancer, Breast Health

Read Article
Older couple sits on bench, watching a beautiful sunrise/sunset over a valley

September 16, 2024

Radiation vs. Chemo: How to Decide What’s Best

Your doctor will help you find the most effective treatment for your situation.

Cancer, Medical Tips, Radiation Oncology

Read Article
elementary-aged boy sits on school bus in a seat by himself, looking out of the window

September 13, 2024

Do These 4 Things If Your Kid ‘Hates’ School

Stay open and use school resources to help your child.

Kids and Mental Health, School-Age Children

Read Article
Woman in her mid-fifties holds up her sleeve proudly to show a bandage covering a flu shot injection site

September 11, 2024

The Truth About Flu Shots

The flu vaccine can prevent severe illness.

Cold and Flu

Read Article
A photo of a road in the forest with fall foliage.

September 8, 2024

COVID-19 or Just Fall Allergies?

When ragweed season comes during a pandemic, it can get confusing.

Cold and Flu, Coronavirus, Seasonal Allergies

Read Article
woman looks out of the window distractedly while holding her phone

September 5, 2024

Mommy Brain Explained: Coping with Forgetfulness After Baby

New moms may feel frazzled and forgetful. Learn why and how to manage it.

Maternal Health, Postpartum Health

Read Article
A young woman holds her hand, which is covered with a patch or adhesive bandage after vaccination or injection of medication.

September 3, 2024

3 Reasons to Get a Flu Shot This Year

The flu vaccine is a simple way to avoid severe illness.

Cold and Flu, Vaccines

Read Article
close-up of a person scooping water in their hands out of a stream

August 29, 2024

Giardia in Water: How a Sip Can Cause Days of Diarrhea

This parasitic infection can ruin the fun for campers, travelers and parents of young children.

Infectious Diseases, Medical Tips

Read Article