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Breaking down barriers to healthcare access
Even if you are a healthy adult, establishing a “medical home” with a primary care provider (PCP) is a responsible, proactive approach to your health. Read More: Breaking down barriers to healthcare access
Clearing the Air: Exposing Asthma Misconceptions
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), as of 2021, asthma affects 7.7% of the U.S. population. Asthma is a lung condition that … Read More: Clearing the Air: Exposing Asthma Misconceptions
Sweet potatoes are good year round, not just holidays
When the weather gets cool, sweet potatoes get hot – at least for a short time. Sweet potatoes are one of those foods traditionally served at Thanksgiving, and … Read More: Sweet potatoes are good year round, not just holidays
Celebrating Black pioneers in healthcare
In the annals of healthcare history, there exists a profound narrative of resilience, innovation, and trailblazing efforts led by Black healthcare pioneers. These individuals, often working against sy… Read More: Celebrating Black pioneers in healthcare
Surprising benefits of chocolate
All those unshakable New Year’s resolutions to lose weight will soon be severely tested; Valentine’s Day is coming! But could chocolate have its benefits? Read More: Surprising benefits of chocolate
Mountain Movers named for fourth quarter
Three dedicated employees from UNC Health Appalachian have been chosen as recipients of the Mountain Mover Award for the fourth quarter. Caleb Ahrns, practice manager for the Heart and Vascular Center… Read More: Mountain Movers named for fourth quarter
New cutting-edge technology helps treat calcified lesions in coronary arteries
Watauga Medical Center (WMC) is embracing cutting-edge medical technology to enhance its cardiovascular care services, particularly in the treatment of calcified lesions in coronary arteries. Calcifie… Read More: New cutting-edge technology helps treat calcified lesions in coronary arteries
From tossing to snoozing: The power of a sleep study
Do you ever feel tired in the morning or feel like you’re constantly tired throughout the day? Have you ever laid in bed at night thinking if I fall asleep right now, I’ll get 5 hours of sleep? Read More: From tossing to snoozing: The power of a sleep study
How to keep your resolutions
If it seems that your New Year’s resolutions are always ambushed by your inability to “stay the course,” you’ve got a lot of company. Read More: How to keep your resolutions
Myth or fact: How to dispose of expired medications
In the past, the go-to method was to flush old or unused medications down the toilet and while that might seem like a quick fix, is it the safest? Read More: Myth or fact: How to dispose of expired medications
Understanding CCTA: How it can benefit your heart health
CCTA can be a valuable tool for maintaining your heart health. This non-invasive and quick scan can help doctors detect heart disease early and guide… Read More: Understanding CCTA: How it can benefit your heart health
Why fish is the festive dish for Christmas
“White” may refer to the Christmas feast, specifically the color of the main course, which is often fish. In much of Italy, tradition calls for fish on Christmas Eve… Read More: Why fish is the festive dish for Christmas