Conditions

February 4, 2025

The Role of Clinical Trials in Cancer Treatment

Your participation might improve treatment for you and future generations.

Cancer, Treatment

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January 31, 2025

What Your Nails Can Tell You About Your Health

Your dermatologist can help you figure out what’s normal and what’s not.

Dermatology, Skin Care

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Couple looks sadly at a pregnancy test, held in the woman's hand

January 29, 2025

4 Ways to Cope with the Emotions of Infertility

Infertility is incredibly common, but that doesn’t make dealing with it easier.

Fertility

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January 27, 2025

5 Things to Know Before Your Vasectomy

This office procedure is permanent, safe and well-tolerated.

Men's Health, Sexual Health

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January 24, 2025

Yes, Satisfying Sex After Menopause is Possible

You may need to work with your doctor to address common concerns.

Menopause, Sexual Health, Women's Health

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menopause-aged woman sits in bed reading, while her husband sleeps next to her

January 22, 2025

How Menopause Affects Your Sleep

Hormonal changes can affect your ability to fall asleep and stay asleep.

Menopause, Sleep, Women's Health

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Two middle-aged women wearing workout clothes are walking side by side on a walking path

January 17, 2025

Everything You Want to Know About Belly Fat

Read answers to frequently asked questions about this fraught part of the body.

Medical Tips, Weight Loss

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Woman sits at her kitchen table, using an at-home blood pressure monitor.

January 13, 2025

Your High Blood Pressure Action Plan

Lowering your numbers is possible.

Blood Pressure, Heart and Vascular Health

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January 10, 2025

How to Find the Best Therapist for You

Take these steps to find a counselor that you click with—and someone who can help.

Mental Health

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close-up view of woman pushing an EpiPen into her leg.

January 9, 2025

Anaphylaxis: A Life-Threatening, But Treatable, Allergic Reaction

A UNC Health allergist explains the symptoms and treatment.

Allergies, Food Allergies

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small child lays in bed, looking worried.

December 18, 2024

Troubleshooting Child Sleep Problems

These tips can help tired kids and their parents get more rest.

Babies, Children's Health, School-Age Children, Sleep, Toddlers and Preschoolers

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young woman wearing a an oversized sweater looks out a window with a melancholy look on her face

December 16, 2024

How to Cope with Seasonal Affective Disorder

If darker days make you depressed, here’s what to do.

Depression, Mental Health

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