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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July 1, 2022

You’ve Been Diagnosed with an Aortic Aneurysm—Now What?

Careful monitoring by expert physicians is the key to living with an aortic aneurysm.

Health, Heart and Vascular Health

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Patient consults provider about weight gain

June 29, 2022

Dealing with Medication-Related Weight Gain

Extra pounds can be a problem, but prescription drugs don’t affect everyone the same way.

Health, Medication, Wellness

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Sparkler at night

June 27, 2022

7 Tips for Safer Fireworks

Don’t let your Fourth of July celebration turn into a trip to the emergency department.

Health, Safety

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June 24, 2022

If You Are LGBTQ, Keep These 7 Things in Mind When Seeing Your Doctor

Find a provider you trust, then be forthcoming with them about your health.

Health, Wellness

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Woman sitting, holding her head from headache

June 24, 2022

Searching for Relief for Cluster Headaches

Cluster headaches cause excruciating pain that often hits at night and repeats again and again.

Brain Health, Health, Neurology

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June 22, 2022

If You Are Lactose Intolerant, Dairy Products May Cause Pain and Di...

Find other sources of calcium to keep your bones and teeth strong.

Digestive Health, Food Allergies

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Doctor putting a Band-Aid on a young patient

June 21, 2022

COVID Vaccines for Children Under 5: Experts Answer Parents’ Questions

Two vaccines were proven safe and effective in protecting this final group.

Children's Health, Coronavirus, Pediatric Medicine

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Woman is suffering eyestrain and headache

June 17, 2022

9 Facts to Know About Migraines

They’re more than just intense headaches.

Brain Health, Neurology

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Woman sitting at her computer with a headache

June 15, 2022

What’s Causing Your Headache?

Identifying your type will help you and your doctor know what to do to relieve the pain.

Brain Health, Neurology

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Patient trying to smell an orange

June 14, 2022

Still Can’t Taste or Smell Since COVID-19? It May Take Time to Recover

Doctors are working on preventing and treating the disruption of these senses.

Coronavirus

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Pregnant woman holding a coffee

June 9, 2022

Can You Get Pregnant During Perimenopause?

Declining hormones don’t mean the end of your fertility. A UNC expert shares more.

Health, Menopause, Pregnancy and Maternal Health, Women's Health

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mom holding child on airplane

June 6, 2022

Be Prepared if Your Child Gets Sick on Vacation

Parents can keep their kids healthy and keep travel fun with these tips.

Children's Health, Health

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