Conditions

Patient having appointment with doctor in hospital

December 11, 2019

What’s the difference between a yeast infection and bacterial vagin...

The two conditions have similar symptoms but require different treatments.

Infectious Diseases, Women's Health

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December 2, 2019

Four Things to Know About Eczema

This itchy skin condition mostly affects children but happens to adults, too.

Children's Health, Skin Care, Skin Conditions

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Illustration of eye with pink on whites of eye

November 25, 2019

Is That Gunk in Your Eye Conjunctivitis?

Here are three things you need to know about pinkeye.

Eye Health

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An illustrating of a care provider taking someone's blood pressure.

October 28, 2019

Prehypertension: High Blood Pressure’s Warning Sign

What you need to know if you’ve been diagnosed with elevated blood pressure.

Blood Pressure

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October 8, 2019

The Athlete-Blood Clot Connection

Clots commonly happen because of injuries, and the physicality of sports may increase a player’s risk.

Heart and Vascular Health, Sports Medicine

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rosy cheeks on toddler

October 7, 2019

Does Your Child Have Fifth Disease?

By the time this virus’s distinctive rash appears, your child is already on the mend.

Children's Health, Infectious Diseases

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October 1, 2019

The Emotional Toll of Food Allergies in Children

Help your child minimize anxiety about food allergies.

Anxiety, Children's Health, Food Allergies

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elderly person putting shoes on swollen feet

September 18, 2019

Swelling in Your Limbs? It Could Be Lymphedema

Here’s what you need to know about the condition—and how to reduce your risk.

Lymphatic System, Rehabilitation Services (OT and PT)

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Newborn baby with cleft lip and palate

September 11, 2019

Tips for Caring for Your Baby with a Cleft Lip and Palate

Here’s how parents can prepare for surgery to treat these common birth defects.

Babies, Plastic Surgery

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August 19, 2019

Having Trouble Sleeping?  

A UNC expert offers tips for getting a good night’s rest.

Sleep

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A video still image showing the Cubmee Family.

August 14, 2019

Baby’s Hydrocephalus Relieved by Specialized Surgery

A procedure that began in Africa is now helping children in North Carolina.

Babies

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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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