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When it comes to managing your medications, you and your provider should be a team. Don’t be afraid to tell them if something they prescribed isn’t working for you. #UNCHealthTalk healthtalk.unchealthcare.org…

6 Tips for Making the Most of Your Medications

Work closely with your doctor to manage your medications.

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Join us Oct. 15–16 in #ChapelHill for the 45th Annual @UNCTEACCH Autism Program Conference: Thriving with #Autism: Strengthening Neuroaffirming Practices. Hear from leading experts & advocates. Virtual attendance & continuing education credits! Info: teacch.com/2026-teacch-confe…
Colorful abstract ribbons on the left, promoting the TEACCH Autism Program 2026 Conference. The theme is "Thriving with Autism: Strengthening Neuroaffirming Practices." The event is scheduled for October 15 & 16, 2026, at the UNC Friday Conference Center. Logos for TEACCH Autism Program and UNC School of Medicine are included.

ALT Colorful abstract ribbons on the left, promoting the TEACCH Autism Program 2026 Conference. The theme is "Thriving with Autism: Strengthening Neuroaffirming Practices." The event is scheduled for October 15 & 16, 2026, at the UNC Friday Conference Center. Logos for TEACCH Autism Program and UNC School of Medicine are included.

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A pulmonary embolism, or a clot in the artery between your heart and your lung, is a life-threatening emergency, but the majority of people who have one will recover. Learn the symptoms and who is most at risk. #UNCHealthTalk bit.ly/4yKKFrc

What is a Pulmonary Embolism? | UNC Health Talk

A pulmonary embolism is scary; there’s no denying that. When a blood clot gets lodged in the arteries that connect the lungs and heart, it can mean instant death—and it does for about 25 percent of...

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We’re excited to welcome our newest APPs, representing 10 different departments and bringing a wealth of experience and knowledge to our teams!
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Ever wondered why babies need an injection of vitamin K at birth? A UNC Health pediatric nurse practitioner explains why this quick shot is so important for your baby's health. #UNCHealthTalk bit.ly/4hSfYJw

Why Does My Newborn Need a Vitamin K Shot? | UNC Health Talk

This injection can be lifesaving.

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Ever see tiny spots or shadows that seem to be floating in your eye? Those are probably eye floaters, which happen with age and are usually no big deal. A UNC Health optometrist explains what’s going on in your eyes and when to see a doctor. #UNCHealthTalk healthtalk.unchealthcare.org…

Should You Be Worried About an Eye Floater? | UNC Health Talk

You’re minding your own business when you notice a spot in your vision. Is it a bird? A plane? Superman? No, it’s likely just an eye floater. If you move your eye, it moves too. Eye floaters happen...

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Are you a woman approaching your 40th birthday, or maybe it’s already in the rearview mirror? It’s time to schedule your mammogram. Breast cancer is highly treatable when caught early, so don’t delay! #BreastCancerAwarenessMonth #UNCHealthTalk healthtalk.unchealthcare.org…

What to Expect at Your Mammogram | UNC Health Talk

This screening helps find breast cancer early.

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In the past two decades, the number of people under the age of 55 having a #stroke has increased dramatically. What’s causing the rise, and how can you prevent a stroke? A UNC Health vascular neurologist offers five facts to know. #UNCHealthTalk bit.ly/4jx1ZLw

5 Things to Know About the Rise of Strokes in Young People | UNC Health Talk

Adopting healthy habits can help lower your risk.

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Wondering if you still need to take your antidepressant? For some people, it’s possible to taper off these medications without symptoms returning, but it’s not a process you should do on your own. Learn how your doctor can help. #UNCHealthTalk healthtalk.unchealthcare.org…

Read This Before You Stop Your Antidepressant | UNC Health Talk

You need a plan for tapering off these medications.

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We were honored to see @uncchildrens Kid Champion, Paxton, take in a special day! 🩵 📸 Tar Heel Sports Properties #kidchampion #tarheels #uncchildrens
We were honored to see UNC Children's Kid Champion, Paxton, take in a special day!

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We were honored to see UNC Children's Kid Champion, Paxton, take in a special day!

ALT We were honored to see UNC Children's Kid Champion, Paxton, take in a special day!

We were honored to see UNC Children's Kid Champion, Paxton, take in a special day!

ALT We were honored to see UNC Children's Kid Champion, Paxton, take in a special day!

We were honored to see UNC Children's Kid Champion, Paxton, take in a special day!

ALT We were honored to see UNC Children's Kid Champion, Paxton, take in a special day!

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Your child is scratching their head, and when you look closer, you can see tiny specks moving. UNC Health pediatrician Pennie Bliss, MD, explains what to do when you see head lice. #UNCHealthTalk healthtalk.unchealthcare.org…

Your Child Has Head Lice—Now What? | UNC Health Talk

A step-by-step guide to getting rid of these tiny insects.

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UNC Medical Center’s ECMO program has been designated as a Platinum Level Center of Excellence by the Extracorporeal Life Support Organization (ELSO). This is the highest tier designation, placing our program in the top five percent of ECMO programs worldwide. Congratulations!
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Don’t ignore frequent diarrhea, especially if it comes with abdominal pain, fatigue or weight loss—you could have inflammatory bowel disease, an autoimmune disease that affects the digestive tract. #UNCHealthTalk healthtalk.unchealthcare.org…

Treatment Options for Inflammatory Bowel Disease | UNC Health Talk

Your doctor can help you manage the symptoms of this chronic condition.

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On Monday, August 31st, we celebrated the opening of the new Cysto Suite at the UNC Hospitals Ambulatory Surgery Center (ASC)!
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Two people standing in front of a door labeled "UNC Hospitals Procedural Suite," holding a "UNC Health" sign. One person is in a black outfit, and the other is in medical scrubs with a cap.

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A child younger than 10 may not know what suicide is, but they could still be having thoughts of not wanting to be alive anymore. A child psychologist who studies suicide risk explains why and how to have these discussions with your kids. #UNCHealthTalk bit.ly/470PuAm

Talking to Young Children About Suicide: 6 Things to Know | UNC Health Talk

The conversation needs to start early.

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A schizophrenia diagnosis doesn’t define a person or what they can achieve. With the right treatment and support, people living with schizophrenia can manage their symptoms, pursue their goals and live meaningful, fulfilling lives. #UNCHealthTalk healthtalk.unchealthcare.org…

A Better Understanding of Schizophrenia | UNC Health Talk

People with this mental illness still face significant stigma.

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We are excited to invite you to the Tar Heel Boot Camp: Cardiac Edition conference, which will be held October 10, 2026 in Roper Hall at the UNC School of Medicine. More information: bit.ly/3TlMaN9 Click here to register now! bit.ly/3SEGk9r
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ALT The image is a promotional graphic for the "Tar Heel Boot Camp." It features a shoe print design with a heartbeat line that leads to a stylized heart labeled "Cardiac Edition." Logos for the University of North Carolina School of Medicine and Wake AHEC, part of NC AHEC, are displayed. The text mentions a partnership with the Departments of Medicine and Emergency Medicine.

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CPAP therapy is the most effective way to treat sleep apnea, but that doesn’t mean it’s easy at first. If you’re starting with a CPAP machine, here are some common issues you might face—including getting used to something on your face. #UNCHealthTalk bit.ly/4zZY3Zw

Beginning CPAP Therapy: Troubleshooting Common Problems

It’s normal to have some challenges when you start with a CPAP.

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Growing up is hard and so is watching your child go through tough times. It’s painful to see your child stressed out, but you can help them handle these feelings and cope with your own stress, too. #UNCHealthTalk healthtalk.unchealthcare.org…

How to Help Your Child When They’re Stressed

Even small worries can be stressful.

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Losing weight is difficult, but keeping it off can be even harder. That’s why it’s so important to make healthy choices you can maintain for a lifetime. Here’s what you need to know. #UNCHealthTalk bit.ly/3Snan5q

5 Tips for Maintaining Weight Loss

Keeping weight off can be just as hard as losing it.

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