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March 24, 2020

Loss of Smell and Taste Could Be Early Sign of Coronavirus/COVID-19

Doctors advise possible isolation and COVID-19 evaluation for those who lose their ability to smell and taste.

Ear, Nose, and Throat Health

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March 23, 2020

Pregnant? Here Are 4 Things to Think About When Choosing a Doctor o...

Use these strategies to find someone to care for you and your baby.

Pregnancy and Maternal Health, Women's Health

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March 20, 2020

What is Social Distancing and Why is it Important? 

Learn how social distancing can help stop the spread of Coronavirus/COVID-19

Infectious Diseases

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March 19, 2020

5 Tips to Manage Stress About Coronavirus/COVID-19

Anxiety right now is normal, but these tips might help calm you.

Mental Health

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March 18, 2020

Caution: Hand Sanitizer Poses a Poisoning Risk for Children

Use these tips to help prevent accidental ingestion of hand sanitizer.

Children's Health

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March 17, 2020

3 Tips on How to Stay Active If You Can’t Get to the Gym

Learn how to incorporate physical activity anytime, anywhere.

Coronavirus, Fitness and Mobility

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March 16, 2020

Blisters on the Skin Not Healing? It Could Be Pemphigus

This autoimmune condition is treatable, but it can be serious.

Skin Conditions

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March 12, 2020

Updates on COVID-19

UNC Health infectious diseases expert David Weber, MD, MPH, provides Coronavirus / COVID-19 background information and recommendations for the general population. The following topics are covered in this video: Which people face the greatest risk of illness from COVID-19 infection? Should people who are at greatest risk take certain precautions? Does social distancing help prevent…

Coronavirus, Infectious Diseases

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March 11, 2020

5 Things You Need to Know About Your Teens and Vaping

E-cigarettes are too new to fully understand their side effects, but we know they’re not good for your kids.

Adolescents, Lung Health, Smoking Cessation

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March 2, 2020

Is Screen Time Harming Your Child’s Vision?

Nearsightedness in kids is on the rise, and screens may be to blame.

Children's Health

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February 26, 2020

4 Reasons to Eat Fermented Food

Fermented foods are easy to incorporate into your diet and help keep you healthy.

Health, Nutrition

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February 26, 2020

3 Delicious Ways to Eat More Fermented Foods

Fermented foods are good for your gut health, and good for your taste buds.

Health, Nutrition, Recipes

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