Identifying Gender and Racial Disparities in Heart Attack Care
UNC researchers are spreading the word about these disparities and starting a conversation about how to change them.
Research
From less invasive treatments to new research on topics like ADHD and autism, learn more about the health issues that matter to you.
FDA Approves Groundbreaking Rescue Treatment for Cluster Seizures
The nasal spray is the first medication approved in more than 20 years to treat this symptom of epilepsy.
Exploring Bacteria’s Role in Weight Gain and Loss
Research shows “good” bacteria could help treat obesity.
Stroke Symptoms and Risks for Women
Find out what makes strokes different for women.
It’s a Man’s World, and It’s Taking a Toll on Women’s Health
Sex bias in research is an ongoing problem that makes it difficult to know how treatments and drugs will affect women.
The Connection Between Your Brain and Your Gut
Think your brain and belly don’t talk to each other? Think again.
Depression Prevention In Menopause
For the first time, UNC School of Medicine Research shows that hormone replacement therapy in early menopause can prevent depression.
Building a Better Opioid
Building a better pain medication, one step at a time: scientists at UNC have made a discovery that may eliminate opioid side effects one day.
Addiction, Innovation, Pain, Pharmacology, Physicians, Research
Racial Differences in Breast Cancer Outcomes Are About More Than Bi...
Why are black women's and white women's breast cancer outcomes so different? UNC researchers set out to find out.
Better Cystic Fibrosis Treatment in One Simple Test
The best cystic fibrosis treatment is the one tailor-made for you. Is it possible? Yes, say UNC researchers.