Five Tips for Avoiding Youth Sports Injuries
A physical therapist offers advice for parents.
Injury Prevention, Sports Medicine
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.
Toe on Fire: What You Need to Know About Gout
A gout flare may seem temporary, but you need long-term management.
Rheumatology
3 Ways to Calm Halloween Nerves
Some children embrace spooky season; others may need some help.
Autism, Kids and Mental Health
6 Ways to Help Children After a Hurricane
Storms cause a lot of big emotions, for you and your kids.
Kids and Mental Health
Heart Condition? Your Watch Might Be Stressing You Out
Constant alerts about heart rate are not for everyone.
Heart and Vascular Health, Your Care
Do These 4 Things If Your Kid ‘Hates’ School
Stay open and use school resources to help your child.
Kids and Mental Health, School-Age Children
The Truth About Flu Shots
The flu vaccine can prevent severe illness.
Cold and Flu
3 Reasons to Get a Flu Shot This Year
The flu vaccine is a simple way to avoid severe illness.
Cold and Flu, Vaccines
Everything You Need to Know About Sunscreen
A UNC Health dermatologist demystifies the sunscreen aisle.
Medical Tips, Skin Care
4 Ways Your Pet Helps Your Health
The countless benefits to pet ownership include improved physical, mental and emotional health.
Families, Fitness and Mobility, Mental Health, Pets
4 Tips for Dealing with Election Stress
Keeping your cool during campaigns is important to your health.
Mental Health, Stress Management
3 Ways to Keep Your Child Healthy This School Year
Simple steps can help ward off illnesses and keep your child thriving.
Children's Health, Cold and Flu, School-Age Children