Wellness

At UNC Health, 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.

An adult gently checks a baby’s gums for signs of teething.

August 11, 2026

5 Things Parents Should Know About Teething

Read this to better understand this developmental milestone.

Children's Health

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A woman sits on a couch looking thoughtfully out the window.

August 7, 2026

8 Things You Might Not Know About Antidepressants

These medications are commonly used but not always well-understood.

Mental Health

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A woman sits at a table looking stressed while reviewing bills and paperwork.

August 5, 2026

5 Reasons Your Period May Change

You may need your provider’s help to understand some changes.

OB-GYN, Women's Health

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A couple sits on a couch having a serious conversation at home.

August 3, 2026

6 Sex-Drive Killers and What Can Help

Your healthcare provider can help.

OB-GYN, Sexual Health, Women's Health

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close up image of a bee stinging a person's arm

July 29, 2026

What to Do If You’re Stung by a Bee or Wasp

Most stings can be cared for at home.

Allergies, Medical Tips

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woman looks miserable while sitting in an airplane

July 15, 2026

6 Steps to Prevent Motion Sickness

Keep nausea away with these travel tips.

Family Medicine, Medical Tips

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A woman making a healthy smoothie in her kitchen.

June 19, 2026

Frequently Asked Questions about Protein

Read this to understand this important nutrient.

Health, Nutrition

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A woman applies a skincare product while looking at herself in the mirror.

June 17, 2026

Frequently Asked Questions About Retinoids

What to know about this common skin care tool.

Skin Care

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June 12, 2026

7 Tips for Managing Loss of Appetite

How to eat when you don’t feel like it.

GLP-1s, Medical Tips, Nutrition

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A person climbs a staircase while holding the handrail.

June 10, 2026

What is Hip Preservation?

You might be able to delay or prevent a full replacement.

Bone and Joint Health

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Provider checks a patient's injured knee as she lies on exam table

May 19, 2026

What are Platelet-Rich Plasma Injections?

This treatment uses your own blood to help ease pain.

Medical Tips, Sports Medicine

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Woman looks at phone while she sits on toilet

April 23, 2026

Is My Pee Normal?

Everything you always wanted to know about urine.

Medical Tips, Urology

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