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UNC Health Talk Health for the Whole Person

WEBThese health tips and resources can empower you to live a healthier, happier life. Explore more of our latest articles.

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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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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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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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A Healing Presence in the Hospital UNC Health Talk

WEBReasons to See a Hospital Chaplain. Being inside a hospital can lead to a host of emotions, and that’s when chaplains can assist. Here are some reasons …

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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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Expert Advice for Living with Chronic Cancer UNC Health …

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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How—and Why—to Become an Organ Donor UNC Health Talk

WEBLearn about becoming a living liver donor at UNC Hospitals or call our donor coordinator at 984-974-7568. North Carolina residents can also register to be organ …

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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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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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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 …

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What Your Phone Might Be Doing to Your Brain UNC Health Talk

WEBSmartphones May Affect How We See. Since the beginning of the pandemic, there has been an increase in children with myopia (nearsightedness), says UNC Health …

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Stories UNC Health Talk

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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Blog UNC Health Talk

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

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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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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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