Category: Your Care

Woman showing bandage on arm from vaccination shot

May 2, 2022

FAQs: Second Booster Shots for COVID-19

Who needs a second booster against COVID-19 and why?

Coronavirus, Vaccines

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Row of medical vials and syringe. Glass bottles with a transparent potion on a light background

May 2, 2022

Simplifying Boosters: How to Know When to Get One

Confused about boosters? Read this to figure out if you’re eligible.

Vaccines

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Two women standing on a mountain

April 20, 2022

Kidney Transplants Saved Her Life — Twice

A patient shares her story about the gift of organ donation.

Hepatology, Organ Donation, Transplants

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Lateral view of arm of a pregnant woman with a adhesive bandage after the vaccine.

March 17, 2022

Which Vaccines to Get—and Avoid—While Pregnant

Staying up to date on vaccinations is critical to keep mom and baby safe.

Maternal Health, Vaccines

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UNC Health kidney transplant recipient Barry Ruzzi

March 4, 2022

A Kidney for Dad

A remote kidney donation allowed a daughter to donate a kidney to her father across states during the pandemic.

Organ Donation, Transplants

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In the Hospital Sick Male Patient Sleeps on the Bed. Heart Rate Monitor Equipment is on His Finger.

January 21, 2022

7 Myths About Liver Transplants

This is fact: Livers can regenerate if disease is caught early.

Hepatology, Liver Health, Transplants

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Doctor or nurse putting on bandage after Injecting COVID-19 vaccine into patient's arm in vaccination center

January 10, 2022

3 Facts About the Omicron Surge

Getting vaccinated or a booster is the best way to protect yourself.

Coronavirus, Vaccines

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Proud senior woman who had just been vaccinated.

January 10, 2022

‘Breakthrough Cases’ Are Expected, and Boosters Can Help

People older than 65 who were vaccinated more than six months ago are at greatest risk.

Vaccines

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Pregnant woman receives vaccine at doctor's office

January 10, 2022

When to Get Your COVID-19 Booster if You’re Pregnant or Trying to C...

The best time to vaccinate or boost is now—here’s why.

Pregnancy and Maternal Health, Vaccines

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Close up of a woman consulting with her doctor online on her laptop

January 7, 2022

Is Virtual Care Here to Stay?

Telehealth offers new opportunities for providers and patients to connect.

Virtual Care

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little boy under 5 wearing a mask

December 24, 2021

Vaccines for Youngest Children Delayed: What Parents Should Know

The dose tested was safe, but not high enough to work.

Children's Health, Coronavirus, Vaccines

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Older woman being vaccinated and flexing biceps muscle - wearing face mask

December 17, 2021

High Risk for COVID-19 and Flu? How to Stay Well This Winter

First, make sure you’re up to date on your flu and COVID-19 vaccines.

Cold and Flu, Coronavirus, Vaccines

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