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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December 9, 2019

Simple Steps to Reduce Your Flu Risk

Here’s how to avoid the spread of germs and protect others if you get sick.

Cold and Flu, Infectious Diseases

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December 4, 2019

Managing the Holidays When You Struggle with Food

Having an eating disorder can make family time a challenge. Try these tips to show kindness to yourself and others.

Eating Disorders

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November 27, 2019

Avoiding Food Pressure This Holiday Season

Tips on how to politely decline food from loved ones.

Families, Nutrition

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November 20, 2019

Winter-Proof Your Workout

Tips and tricks to stay fit when the temperatures dip.

Fitness and Mobility, Wellness

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November 13, 2019

Can This Treatment Cure a Peanut Allergy?

A new type of immunotherapy could minimize serious allergic reactions.

Allergies, Children's Health, Immunotherapy, Pediatric Medicine

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November 11, 2019

How to Talk to Your Teen About Unhealthy Behaviors

Around age 11, children experience a major growth of neurons, or brain cells, that shifts which parts of the brain dominate behavior and decision-making. At this time, the prefrontal cortex, which controls behavior and decision-making, is growing but not yet mature, while the limbic system, which controls fear and pleasure, is becoming the most active…

Adolescents, Children's Health

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November 6, 2019

Post-Cancer Rehab: Easing Back into Daily Life After Cancer

Cancer, Health, Lymphatic System, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, Rehabilitation Services (OT and PT)

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November 4, 2019

What You Need to Know About Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease

It may be most common in small children, but that doesn’t mean you’re immune.

Children's Health, Infectious Diseases, Pediatric Medicine

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October 23, 2019

Exercising While Restricting Calories Could Be Bad for Bone Health

New research shows that pairing normal- to high-calorie meals with exercise can help keep bones strong.

Bone and Joint Health, Exercise

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October 14, 2019

Plan Ahead for Health Care Emergencies

A UNC expert discusses the importance of advance care planning.

Advance Care Planning

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October 2, 2019

What Causes Male Infertility?

A UNC expert discusses male fertility and the importance of a doctor’s evaluation.

Fertility, Men's Health

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September 23, 2019

Make a Splash with Water-Based Exercise

Not only is swimming fun, it’s great exercise, too.

Fitness and Mobility

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