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NC addiction treatment programs partner to reduce maternal deaths from substance use They are working to close gaps in substance use care and decrease stigma to fight one of the leading causes of maternal death in NC.

@nchealthnews.bsky.social recently featured the PSUD Network, created through collaboration among 5 state programs. ⭐️ NCHN spoke with Dr. Elisabeth Johnson, Division Director of UNC Horizons, about its impact. UNC Horizons is the oldest of the 5.

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How Menopause Affects Your Sleep | UNC Health Talk Hormonal changes can affect your ability to fall asleep and stay asleep.

In middle age, many factors can interfere with your ability to get a good night’s sleep. Hormonal changes are one common cause of sleep problems. Here are some tips to help you improve your sleep from #UNCHealthTalk. #health

Your High Blood Pressure Action Plan | UNC Health Talk

Nearly half of all adults in the U.S suffer from high blood pressure, or hypertension. You can take action to reduce your blood pressure and related health risks. Start here. #UNCHealthTalk #health

3 Steps to Selecting a Primary Care Provider | UNC Health Talk With a little bit of research, you can find the right partner for your health.

A primary care provider helps with illness, injury, and preventive care, building a trusted partnership. Here's how to find the right one for you. #UNCHealthTalk

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4 Steps to Take Before You Start Strength Training | UNC Health Talk This form of exercise is powerful but requires preparation.

Strength training is not about the size of your muscles (bodybuilding workouts are more focused on muscle mass) but rather about improving your overall strength and capability with body weight, resistance bands, free weights or machines. Learn more from #UNCHealthTalk!

6 Small Steps for Healthier Eating | UNC Health Talk Realistic goals will set you up for long-term success.

A healthy, well-balanced diet has lots of benefits, from improving the way you feel on a daily basis to reducing your risk for chronic disease, but instead of trying to make drastic changes, you can start to reap rewards with small, manageable steps. Here's what to know! #UNCHealthTalk

5 Surprising Things Your Primary Care Provider Can Treat | UNC Health Talk Before you schedule with a specialist, ask your PCP for help.

You know you can count on your primary care provider when it’s time for your annual physical or when you’re sick with the flu. But what about other concerns? Here are a few other conditions that you should consider discussing with your primary care provider. #UNCHealthTalk #PCP #primarycare

How to Cope with Seasonal Affective Disorder | UNC Health Talk If darker days make you depressed, here’s what to do.

If you struggle with the colder temperatures and shorter days of winter, you’re not alone. UNC Health psychiatrist Megan Pruette, MD, explains what you need to know about seasonal affective disorder, or #SAD. #UNCHealthTalk

Troubleshooting Child Sleep Problems | UNC Health Talk These tips can help tired kids and their parents get more rest.

Parents are often perplexed by child sleep problems. Why aren’t they tired? What I wouldn’t give to go to sleep right now!
UNC Health pediatric neurologist Zheng (Jane) Fan, MD, offers troubleshooting tips for four common scenarios. #UNCHealthTalk #parents

5 Ways to help your child make friends Helping your child make friends can be a challenging yet rewarding journey. UNC Health's Lindsey Atkins shares expert insights on nurturing your child's social skills.

Helping your child make friends can be a challenging yet rewarding journey. UNC Health's Lindsey Atkins shares expert insights on nurturing your child's social skills. #parents www.wral.com/lifestyle/he...

Understanding Pancreatic Cancer: What You Need to Know | UNC Health Talk Doctors are making slow but steady progress in treating this devastating illness.

More than 66,000 people are diagnosed with cancer of the pancreas each year. We share our #UNCHealthTalk article on pancreatic cancer as a part of #PancreaticCancer Awareness Month.
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Your Burning Chest: How to Stop Acid Reflux and GERD | UNC Health Talk Tired of heartburn and discomfort? Learn why you might be feeling that way and find out what to do about it.

In the United States, about 1 in 5 people have gastroesophageal reflux disease, or GERD, which is characterized by acid reflux and heartburn.
If you're one of them, here's what you need to know. #GERDAwarenessMonth healthtalk.unchealthcare.org/your-burning...

UNC Health Talk | Health for the Whole Person These health tips and resources can empower you to live a healthier, happier life. Explore more of our latest articles.

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