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WebWellness 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 …

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Web3 Simple Ways to a Happier, Healthier Gut This story originally ran Nov. 20, 2017, and was updated April 23, 2024. When it comes to your overall health, it’s good to go with your gut.

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diabetes UNC Health Talk

WebIf you have diabetes, you’re used to putting in extra effort to manage your health. Now, there’s a new wrinkle: It appears people with diabetes are more prone to complications …

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WebHow to Use Virtual Care for Your Healthcare Needs Your sore throat has gotten progressively worse recently, and now you might have to make a trip to the doctor’s …

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WebCOVID Destroyed His Lungs; A Transplant Saved His Life. Former collegiate athlete needed a double lung transplant after getting COVID. Coronavirus, Patient …

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COVID-19 UNC Health Talk

WebFAQs: COVID-19 Booster Shots. The bivalent vaccine is an updated booster that targets the omicron subvariant BA.5. Coronavirus, Vaccines.

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Expert Advice for Living with Chronic Cancer UNC Health Talk

WebDr. Weiss and Wilson say that the framing of cancer in popular culture complicates living with cancer long term. “There is a portrayal of cancer in movies and …

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WebA UNC dietitian discusses essential nutrients, weight gain and food safety. Maternal Health, Nutrition. Read Article. April 3, 2024.

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6 Ways Alcohol Can Damage Your Gut UNC Health Talk

WebIn leaky gut, alcohol causes cracks in the ‘mortar’ of the intestinal wall.”. Excessive alcohol consumption leads to leaky gut, decreases gut absorption and …

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8 Surprising Health Benefits of Gardening UNC Health Talk

WebHere are eight surprising health benefits of gardening. 1. Gardening can build self-esteem. Maybe you don’t think you were born with a green thumb, but after …

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Postpartum Health: What New Moms Need to Know

WebAlthough much focus will be on the baby, new mothers need physical and emotional support as they recover from childbirth. Berreth encourages new parents to …

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How It Works: Hospitalization for Mental Health

WebPatients who need to be hospitalized for longer periods usually are admitted to one of the state’s facilities for mental health treatment. “It’s not a quick fix,” Dr. …

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Advance Care Planning, Simplified UNC Health Talk

WebAdvance directives are legal documents that let others know your preferences for care when you are incapacitated, whether you are expected to recover or …

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How Pregnancy Can Affect Your Mental Health UNC Health Talk

WebPregnancy brings hormonal changes, including an increase in estrogen and progesterone until delivery. Some people are sensitive to these hormonal shifts and the …

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Life After a Ventilator UNC Health Talk

WebTime on a ventilator can have lasting effects on a person’s mind and body for weeks and even months after leaving the hospital. This is called post-intensive care …

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7 Myths About Liver Transplants UNC Health Talk

WebMyth No. 1: Liver disease is always caused by drinking too much alcohol. “The common perception is that cirrhosis, or significant scarring of the liver, is only …

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The Scary Truth About Energy Drinks and Teens UNC Health Talk

WebThe American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry recommends that children ages 12 to 18 have no more than 100 milligrams of caffeine per day. Most …

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