Category: Your Care

Illustration of a person receiving a medication via nasal spray

June 24, 2019

FDA Approves Groundbreaking Rescue Treatment for Cluster Seizures

The nasal spray is the first medication approved in more than 20 years to treat this symptom of epilepsy.

Brain Health, Research

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cartoon of a drop of blood

May 6, 2019

Could This Ancient Treatment Cure Diabetes?

Research shows bloodletting could help manage or treat diabetes.

Diabetes, Research

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Group of 20-somethings talking around a cafe table

April 22, 2019

People Up to Age 45 Can Now Be Vaccinated for HPV

The HPV vaccine is now recommended for adults to prevent multiple strains of the virus.

Cervical Cancer, Sexual Health, Vaccines

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x-ray of curved spine

November 19, 2018

One Man’s Experience with Scoliosis, and a Surgical Solution

Correction surgery helped repair an 80-degree spinal curve.

Back Pain, Surgery

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Silhouette of person clutching their abdominal reigon

October 3, 2018

Relief from the Symptoms of Crohn’s Disease, Through Surgery

The newly offered Kono-S procedure can reduce the chances of further operations.

Gastroenterology, Surgery

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Hand holding a medicine bottle in front of a cabinet full of other medications

September 24, 2018

What to Do with Expired Medicines

A pharmacist answers some of the most frequently asked questions about expired medicines.

Your Care

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Three teenage boys looking into the camera

August 6, 2018

What Every Parent Needs to Know About the HPV Vaccine

An expert in adolescent health and vaccines answers questions about this cancer-preventing immunization.

Adolescents, Sexual Health, Vaccines

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physician pressing on patient's lower back

July 30, 2018

Adults with Tethered Cord Syndrome Find Relief Through Surgery

Patients travel from afar to get treatment for rare spinal condition.

Back Pain, Surgery

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copperhead snake

July 25, 2018

A Venomous Snake Just Bit You! Now What?

Copperheads are common in North Carolina. Here’s how to avoid them and what to do if you can’t.

Emergency Care

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Older couple sitting at kitchen table, looking at laptop

May 23, 2018

How to Fight Cancer Without Going Broke

You shouldn't have to think about money, but financial concerns are a reality of treatment. Here are some tips that might help.

Cancer, Health Care Costs

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Bradelyn, a UNC Transplant patient

May 16, 2018

Boy with Kidney Failure Thrives After Landmark Transplant

At age 3, Bradelyn Douglas received a liver and kidney transplant. Today, he’s a healthy 8-year-old.

Patient Stories, Transplants

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smiling baby laying on tummy

April 17, 2018

Ask the Pediatrician: Baby Vaccines

Pediatrician Edward Pickens, MD, talks about why baby vaccines are a must.

Babies, Children's Health, Pediatric Medicine, Vaccines

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