Category: Immune Health

Small children with face mask back to school, greeting each other with an elbow bump

August 10, 2021

Is It Safe to Go Back to School?

With the delta variant surging, students and parents are in a tough spot—again.

Infectious Diseases, School-Age Children

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Older woman after receiving a vaccine

June 24, 2021

Even After Vaccine, Immunocompromised Need to Stay Cautious

People with conditions that weaken their immune systems should get vaccinated, but it might not be as effective.

Immune Health, Vaccines

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Tabby cat and feet of a person wearing socks with cat designs on it

June 7, 2021

What to Do When a Pet Bites You

Infections from animal bites are very common but require treatment.

Infectious Diseases, Vaccines

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Senior woman rubbing her wrist and arm suffering from rheumatism

March 23, 2021

The Role of Inflammation in Your Body

Inflammation helps your body heal, but too much can be harmful.

Immune Health

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Young Woman with a pain in the breasts. portrait of an attractive young woman holding her chest

March 12, 2021

Swollen Lymph Nodes Can Be Vaccine Side Effect

This temporary inflammation after a COVID-19 shot is not a reason to worry.

Immune Health, Lymphatic System, Women's Health

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

March 9, 2021

Vaccines for Adults: Here Are the Ones You Need

Staying on track with recommended vaccines is important for your long-term health.

Infectious Diseases, Vaccines

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A pile of blue protective face masks

February 11, 2021

Should You Wear 2 Masks?

An expert shares four things to know about layering masks.

Infectious Diseases

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Woman in bed with the flu

January 29, 2021

The COVID-19 ‘Long Haulers’

Some people experience long-term side effects of COVID-19.

Infectious Diseases

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Young woman shows self-made mask to protect against virus and bacteria

January 11, 2021

Not All Masks Are Created Equal

UNC Health experts tested them to see which were most protective against COVID-19.

Infectious Diseases

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A woman feeling sick in a modern living room.

November 20, 2020

The Science Behind COVID-19 Safety Measures

Here’s what scientists know about how the coronavirus spreads.

Infectious Diseases

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a toddler with a runny nose fusses as an adult takes their temperature in their ear

November 11, 2020

What You Need to Know About Ear Infections

Look for these signs that your little one may have an ear infection.

Children's Health, Ear, Nose, and Throat Health, Infectious Diseases

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Adult Man Sitting in Hair Salon Wearing Protective Mask During COVID-19 Pandemic.

November 10, 2020

Is It Safe to Get A Hair Cut or Your Nails Done Right Now?

Here’s what the experts say about personal grooming services during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Infectious Diseases

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