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Our mission is to improve the health and well-being of North Carolinians and others whom we serve. We accomplish this by providing leadership and excellence in the interrelated areas of patient care, education and research. UNC Health is an integrated healthcare system owned by the state of North Carolina and based in Chapel Hill. It exists to further the teaching mission of the University of North Carolina and to provide state-of-the-art patient care. UNC Health is comprised of UNC Hospitals at Chapel Hill, ranked consistently among the best medical centers in the country; the UNC School of Medicine, a nationally eminent research institution; Pardee UNC Health Care in Hendersonville; Chatham Hospital in Siler City; Johnston Health in Clayton and Smithfield; UNC Lenoir Health Care in Kinston; Wayne UNC Health Care in Goldsboro; Caldwell UNC Health Care in Lenoir; Nash UNC Health Care in Rocky Mount; UNC Rockingham Health Care in Eden, Onslow Memorial Hospital in Jacksonville, UNC Health Southeastern in Lumberton, UNC REX Healthcare and its provider network in Wake County; UNC Health Blue Ridge in the Morganton area; and the UNC Physicians Network. For more information, please visit www.unchealth.org


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Cold, flu—or strep? Not all sore throats are the same. Here’s how to tell the difference and get the right care.
12/09/2025

Cold, flu—or strep? Not all sore throats are the same. Here’s how to tell the difference and get the right care.

This common bacterial infection requires antibiotics.

Flu cases at UNC Health have doubled for two consecutive weeks, says infectious disease expert David Weber, MD.He shared...
12/09/2025

Flu cases at UNC Health have doubled for two consecutive weeks, says infectious disease expert David Weber, MD.

He shared tips to stay protected from viruses this holiday season with The Charlotte Observer.

Does it feel like almost everyone you know is sick right now? Here's what's going around - and how to avoid catching it.

Your first clue you have lichen sclerosus could be itching, or your doctor might see the white spots during a routine pe...
12/09/2025

Your first clue you have lichen sclerosus could be itching, or your doctor might see the white spots during a routine pelvic exam before you notice symptoms.

“The most classic case is when someone has itching and thinks they have a yeast infection,” Dr. Phipps says. “If you treat for yeast, and the itching is not better, then this should be considered as something else that could cause the itchiness.”

If you're post-menopause, you're at higher risk.

Whooping cough is more than “just a cough”—for babies, it can be life-threatening. Know the symptoms, prevention tips, a...
12/08/2025

Whooping cough is more than “just a cough”—for babies, it can be life-threatening. Know the symptoms, prevention tips, and when to seek care.

Vaccines protect children, but adults need boosters, too.

❄️ WEATHER UPDATE for Monday, Dec. 8: Due to current weather conditions, some UNC Health facilities may be closing early...
12/08/2025

❄️ WEATHER UPDATE for Monday, Dec. 8: Due to current weather conditions, some UNC Health facilities may be closing early today. If you are unsure whether or not your appointment is cancelled, please call your specific clinic directly. Emergency Rooms & hospitals remain open 24/7.

View our clinic delays & closures here: https://www.unchealth.org/announcements/inclement-weather-updates

Virtual Care Now appointments are available where appropriate: https://www.unchealth.org/care-services/virtual-care/virtual-care-now

There are a lot of theories about what causes autism, but not everything you hear is backed by scientific evidence. Here...
12/08/2025

There are a lot of theories about what causes autism, but not everything you hear is backed by scientific evidence. Here’s what autism experts have learned over decades of research.

Genetics may play the biggest role.

GLP-1 medications can be helpful for weight loss and your overall health, but at the holidays you might want to enjoy so...
12/08/2025

GLP-1 medications can be helpful for weight loss and your overall health, but at the holidays you might want to enjoy some favorite treats. With some planning, you can. Here are 7 tips for enjoying the holidays while taking a GLP-1.

With planning, you can still enjoy your favorite foods.

It’s never too early to talk about consent. You can help keep your child safe, whether they’re 2 or 17, by starting the ...
12/06/2025

It’s never too early to talk about consent. You can help keep your child safe, whether they’re 2 or 17, by starting the conversation.

“Consent is about more than sexual activity; it’s about communicating and expressing boundaries about your body,” says UNC Health pediatrician Bianca Allison, MD, MPH.

The earlier you can start the discussion, the better.

Medical professionals are encouraging Americans to take extra precautions to avoid a new flu strain spreading across the...
12/05/2025

Medical professionals are encouraging Americans to take extra precautions to avoid a new flu strain spreading across the U.S.

Dr. David Weber, an infectious disease specialist with UNC Health, is encouraging people to get flu shots and consider wearing a mask in crowded places such as airports.

“You can still get it on the planes even though they have very good air handling, but if you’re in those travel situations you should certainly consider wearing a mask if you’re in a vulnerable group,” Weber said.

As a new, potent flu strain sweeps across the U.S., health officials in North Carolina emphasize the importance of getting vaccinated.

The “female athlete triad” sounds like an Olympic event, but it’s actually a sort of syndrome in which female athletes d...
12/05/2025

The “female athlete triad” sounds like an Olympic event, but it’s actually a sort of syndrome in which female athletes don’t get enough calories and nutrients to fuel their bodies.

Whether you’re the parent of a student athlete or in training yourself, UNC Health sports medicine specialist Nailah Adams, MD, explains what you need to know about this triad.

Not getting enough nutrients can affect your game and so much more.

12/04/2025

On Oct. 23, UNC Health’s second annual Community Health Impact Awards (CHIA) celebrated individuals and teams who are driving real change—closing health gaps, forging strong partnerships and improving lives across North Carolina.

Take a moment to meet the honorees and watch a short video celebrating their incredible work.

The flu shot is an effective way to reduce your risk of flu and your chances of being hospitalized with severe illness.W...
12/04/2025

The flu shot is an effective way to reduce your risk of flu and your chances of being hospitalized with severe illness.

We talked to UNC family medicine specialist Ram Neelagiri, MD, to learn facts about the flu shot.

The flu vaccine can prevent severe illness.

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