6 Tips for Facing Your Child’s Rare Disease Diagnosis
Finding the right care team and community is key.
Genetics, Patient Stories
Category: Patient Stories
October 28, 2022
Young Stroke Survivor Now Helping Others as a Hospital Volunteer
Fast treatment is key to improve chances of survival and minimize long-term effects.
Patient Stories, Stroke
September 23, 2022
Chapel Hill Native Fought Cancer While Excelling in the Military
Alex Werden defied expectations after his diagnosis with a rare pediatric cancer.
Patient Stories, Pediatric Cancer, UNC Children's
September 16, 2022
Innovative Procedures Allow Bell’s Palsy Patient to Smile Again
There are many new treatment options for people with facial paralysis.
Patient Stories, Plastic Surgery
September 1, 2022
Treating a Baby’s Heart Condition in the Womb
Doctors resolved baby’s rapid heartbeat while she was still developing inside her mom.
Babies, Maternal Health, Patient Stories, UNC Children's
July 20, 2022
Umbilical Cord Blood Donation Saved 1-Year-Old Boy’s Life
Donating your baby’s umbilical cord blood is free and simple.
Cancer, Children's Health, Health, Pregnancy and Maternal Health, UNC Children's
April 1, 2022
After Years of Mysterious Symptoms, a Life-Changing Diagnosis
Pituitary tumors are rare, and symptoms can mimic other conditions.
Neurosurgery, Patient Stories
March 30, 2022
Facing Colon Cancer at 42
Father of two had longtime GI symptoms that turned out to be cancer.
Colorectal Cancer, Patient Stories
September 8, 2021
The Long Haul: 10 Months After COVID, Symptoms Linger for Mom of 2
Some suffer from ongoing physical, cognitive and emotional effects of COVID-19.
Patient Stories
August 6, 2021
Why I Got Vaccinated: Five New Moms Share Their Stories
A strong desire to protect their babies from COVID-19 motivated these moms.
Patient Stories, Pregnancy and Maternal Health, Vaccines
August 21, 2020
Creating Community While Preparing for Baby
The CenteringPregnancy program brings parents-to-be together for prenatal care.
Patient Stories, Pregnancy and Maternal Health
July 17, 2020
Correcting Spina Bifida with Surgery During Pregnancy
The treatment of spina bifida can begin while baby is still developing inside mom.
Patient Stories, Pregnancy and Maternal Health