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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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menopause-aged woman holds a book, laughs with male companion as they sit relaxingly on a couch

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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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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Digestive Health provider holds a model of the intestines while speaking to a patient

December 13, 2024

Help! There’s Blood in My Stool

Don’t ignore this symptom, which can be benign or a symptom of colorectal cancer.

Colon Health, Digestive Health, Gastroenterology

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A little girl climbs happily onto an exam table with help from mom's hand while a provider smiles in the background

December 6, 2024

After the Transplant: Working with a Transplant Coordinator

Your need for support doesn’t stop with surgery.

Transplants

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a child looks at his dinner plate reluctantly

December 5, 2024

Not Just Picky Eating: Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder

If mealtimes are a struggle for your child, here’s what you need to know.

Children's Health, Eating Disorders

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