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The University of North Carolina School of Medicine is a nationally ranked public medical school with campuses in Chapel Hill, Asheville, and Charlotte.
#Benzodiazepines are safe when used as directed. But because there is a high risk for misuse and dependence, your provider will be careful when prescribing them. We talked to UNC Health psychiatrist Jonathan Gerkin, MD, to learn more. #UNCHealthTalk healthtalk.unchealthcare.org/understanding-…
A new study led by investigators at the UNC School of Medicine reveals how dietary changes significantly reduce persistent post-traumatic headaches, a common and debilitating consequence of traumatic brain injury. news.unchealthcare.org/2025/07/changi…
Everyone is at risk for dehydration, heat exhaustion and #heatstroke during the summer months, but if you have one of these 5 health issues, you need to take extra care. #UNCHealthTalk #medX healthtalk.unchealthcare.org/5-health-issue…
Does your child get eaten up by #mosquitoes or other bugs? Here's how to choose the best bug repellent for your family. #UNCHealthTalk #BugRepellent healthtalk.unchealthcare.org/how-to-choose-…
Spider bites are rare, and most of the time, they can be treated at home. UNC Health family medicine doctor LeRon Jackson, MD, spun a web of information about what to do if a spider bites you. #UNCHealthTalk healthtalk.unchealthcare.org/how-to-treat-s…
Always yawning or reaching for a second—or third—cup of coffee? If you’re consistently tired, it’s time to ask why. Here are some possible explanations for your exhaustion and tips to try. #UNCHealthTalk #Fatigue healthtalk.unchealthcare.org/why-am-i-alway…
There are guidelines for how much sleep people of different ages need, but your body might already be telling you what you require. Look for these signs that you might need more shut-eye. #UNCHealthTalk healthtalk.unchealthcare.org/5-signs-youre-…
“Life expectancy generally has improved in the last generation. But we want to make sure that individuals are living good years, as opposed to just living longer,” said Dr. John Batsis, of UNC’s School of Medicine & Gillings School of Global Public Health. cnn.it/44AXTJd
A new study, led by investigators in the @UNC_SOM's Department of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, reveals how dietary changes significantly reduce persistent post-traumatic headaches, a common and debilitating consequence of traumatic brain injury. bit.ly/3IrFmrH
It can be a surreal and unsettling experience to see a child sleepwalking, but it’s not a sign of anything that’s wrong. Here’s what you need to know if someone in your home is #sleepwalking. #UNCHealthTalk #sleep healthtalk.unchealthcare.org/how-to-help-a-…
Bradley Lauck, a former Carolina Covenant scholar, continues to excel at the UNC School of Medicine while also serving his country. Read about Bradley's journey: unc.live/44wn3tX
Dr. Karen Erickson, Director of UNC's Center for Literacy and Disability Studies, co-founded Camp ALEC, a sleepaway camp in Colorado for children who use speech-generating devices. The camp is featured in the Disney+ documentary series "People & Places." abc11.tv/4kuLsEH
Is that a spider bite? Here are some clues, and what to do if you think a spider bit you. #UNCHealthTalk healthtalk.unchealthcare.org/how-to-treat-s…
Karen Erickson, PhD, Director of UNC’s Center for Literacy and Disability Studies, is featured in a new @Disney+ doc about Camp ALEC—an AAC-focused camp for kids with physical disabilities. #nowstreaming #UNCSOM 🎬 Watch Trailer: youtube.com/watch?v=3iiPTo…
Not sure you're getting enough sleep? Everyone’s sleep sweet spot is different—but your body will send signals if you're not getting the rest you need. Do you know the signs? #UNCHealthTalk healthtalk.unchealthcare.org/5-signs-youre-…
The parents of twins Amelia and Makenzie Kahn, who have been battling Batten disease, a rare genetic disorder, for eight years, are now celebrating signs of progress one year into a @unchealth first-in-kind clinical study led by Yael Shiloh-Malawsky, MD. bit.ly/3TnMGqt
An IUD can be a great option for birth control—it’s extremely effective and low-maintenance. But some women have painful experiences during the placement. A UNC Health OB-GYN discusses pain management options and what to expect. #UNCHealthTalk healthtalk.unchealthcare.org/is-iud-inserti…
Children ages 8-12 spend more than four hours per day on average in front of screens. This may be contributing to an increased incidence of nearsightedness in children now than in generations past. #NationalCellphoneCourtesyMonth #UNCHealthTalk healthtalk.unchealthcare.org/is-screen-time…
