Health & Wellness
At UNC Health Care, we’re dedicated to helping people lead healthier lives. Check out these resources on a variety of topics ranging from heart health and cancer prevention to exercise tips, heart-healthy recipes and more.
HS 101: What You Need to Know About Hidradenitis Suppurativa
This painful skin condition that causes abscesses can be treated.
How to Tell if You Might Have Depression
Sometimes depression is difficult to identify in ourselves. Here are signs to look for.
4 Tips for Overcoming COVID Caution Fatigue
Although it’s tempting, now is not the time to let your guard down.
Put the Cotton Swab Down: Clean Your Ears Safely
Follow these 5 steps to keep your ears clean without causing damage.
What Does a Sports Medicine Doctor Do?
You don’t have to be an athlete to benefit from seeing a sports medicine doctor.
Don’t Delay Cancer Screenings During COVID-19
Here are three cancer screenings you shouldn’t postpone during the pandemic.
Revision Surgery After Joint Replacement: What to Know
When an artificial joint fails, there’s a surgical solution.
Your Dog is Good for Your Health
More than 65 percent of U.S. households own at least one dog and nearly half own more than one. And that’s good news for Americans’ health. Owning a dog decreases blood pressure and helps to prevent cardiovascular disease. Anita Skariah, DO, a physician with Orange Family Medical Group in Hillsborough, appeared on WRAL’s “Staying Healthy”…
Spotting Depression in Older Adults
While common, depression is sometimes difficult to recognize in the elderly.
More Than the ‘Baby Blues’
Postpartum depression is common and support is available.
Cancer Treatment During COVID-19
How to stay safe if you have cancer during the pandemic.