Category: Your Care

An illustration of a woman sleeping with her mouth open.

July 29, 2019

Treatment Options for Obstructive Sleep Apnea

Many people benefit from CPAP therapy, but some require surgery.

Ear, Nose, and Throat Health, Head and Neck Surgery, Health, Sleep, Surgery

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A photograph of Sam Hollamon outside of the entrance to the UNC Children's Cochlear Implant Center.

July 24, 2019

A Mother’s Quest to Help Her Son Hear 

Clinical Trials, Ear, Nose, and Throat Health, Health, Hearing, Patient Stories, UNC Children's

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An artistic (non-medical) illustration of an islet cell.

July 22, 2019

Surgical Treatment Options for Chronic Pancreatitis

This painful condition can lead to malnutrition and diabetes.

Diabetes, Digestive Health, Transplants

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An illustration depicting ancient Greek warriors

June 26, 2019

Cancer Treatment: We’ve Come a Long Way and the Future is Hopeful

Survival rates have drastically improved in recent decades, and physician-researchers are working toward more personalized treatments.

Cancer, Research

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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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