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.

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March 17, 2020

3 Tips on How to Stay Active If You Can’t Get to the Gym

Learn how to incorporate physical activity anytime, anywhere.

Coronavirus, Fitness and Mobility

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March 11, 2020

5 Things You Need to Know About Your Teens and Vaping

E-cigarettes are too new to fully understand their side effects, but we know they’re not good for your kids.

Adolescents, Lung Health, Smoking Cessation

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March 9, 2020

5 Teething Tips for Parents of Babies

Here’s how to soothe baby’s pain and keep those new teeth healthy.

Babies

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March 2, 2020

Is Screen Time Harming Your Child’s Vision?

Nearsightedness in kids is on the rise, and screens may be to blame.

Children's Health

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February 26, 2020

4 Reasons to Eat Fermented Food

Fermented foods are easy to incorporate into your diet and help keep you healthy.

Health, Nutrition

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February 26, 2020

3 Delicious Ways to Eat More Fermented Foods

Fermented foods are good for your gut health, and good for your taste buds.

Health, Nutrition, Recipes

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February 17, 2020

How to Spot and Prevent Diabetes-Related Vision Loss

Diabetic retinopathy is a common complication of diabetes and can cause blindness.

Diabetes, Eye Health, Ophthalmology

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February 11, 2020

Say What? Seven Tips for Getting in Tune with Your Hearing

Here’s how to protect your hearing before and after you notice a change.

Hearing, Older Adult Health, Your Care

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January 29, 2020

How to Reduce the Risk of Workout-Related Injuries

What you do before, during and after exercising can minimize your risk of injury.

Injury Prevention

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January 27, 2020

Have a Problem with Your Voice?

Everyone gets hoarseness and sore throats, but how do you know if you need to see a doctor?

Ear, Nose, and Throat Health

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January 17, 2020

What to Expect This Flu Season

The 2019-2020 flu season has started out mild—so far—but a flu shot is still a must.

Cold and Flu, Infectious Diseases

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January 15, 2020

Sprain, Strain or Fracture?

Here’s what to do if you suffer one of these injuries.

Orthopedics

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