Promoting health in the NC High Country, enhancing quality of life, and simply “making life better.”
North Carolina, USA
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We talked to UNC Health bladder cancer specialists to learn what newly diagnosed patients and their loved ones should know about this condition. #BladderHealthMonth #UNCHealthTalk
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Pope Leo XIV made headlines recently when he was diagnosed with a lung adenocarcinoma. What does this diagnosis mean? A UNC Health thoracic surgeon explains. #UNCHealthTalk
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Tomorrow is Election Day! 🗳️ Make your voice heard in the 2026 General Election. NCHA has compiled voting resources to help North Carolinians prepare and support patients with voting. Explore the resources: bit.ly/3efx33v
#NCHospitals #NCHealthcare #VotingResources
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Weight loss medications such as GLP-1s can be very effective for weight loss, but they work best when paired with healthy habits that make you feel better overall. #UNCHealthTalk
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❗️Hazardous Weather Update for 10/7/26 ❗️
☔ Rain is expected to move in late Friday and last through the weekend as Tropical Storm Isaias brings more moisture into our area. Western North Carolina, along with the rest of the state, may see periods of moderate to heavy rain from Saturday into Sunday.
🚨 Stay aware of changing weather updates over the next few days.
📍 Sign up for local alerts at readync.gov/stay-informed/em…
📍For the full forecast update, visit ReadyNC.Gov/Weather
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𝐁𝐋𝐀𝐂𝐊 𝐒𝐀𝐓𝐔𝐑𝐃𝐀𝐘. 𝐔𝐍𝐃𝐄𝐑 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐋𝐈𝐆𝐇𝐓𝐒. 🏈⛰️
Let’s make every moment count from kickoff to the final whistle! 🔥
Remember: Arrive Early. Stay Late. Be Loud. Be Respectful.
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Some people with joint pain don’t think it’s worth it to meet with an orthopedic doctor because they assume that their only option is surgery, but that’s not true. #UNCHealthTalk
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Chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) is often diagnosed after routine blood work that might be done as part of your annual physical. #UNCHealthTalk #BloodCancerAwarenessMonth
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@apprhs' MAHEC Boone Rural Family Medicine Residency Program is helping strengthen the rural healthcare workforce by training physicians in the High Country while expanding access to collaborative, high-quality care: bit.ly/46u3HWi
#NCHospitals#Workforce
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During Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, we honor survivors, precious lives lost, and all families affected by pediatric cancer as we continue providing innovative and compassionate care.
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Rabies exposure confirmed at an Aug. 8 event in Watauga County, tied to a mobile petting zoo. UNC Health Appalachian & AppHealthCare are coordinating treatment. If exposed, call (828) 795-1970. wataugaonline.com/rabies-exp…
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If you attended that party, public health officials need to speak with you to determine your risk of rabies exposure. Your risk depends on whether you had contact with the infected goats, and treatment recommendations depend on the type of exposure.
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Storm rolling through Boone on Tuesday, seen from the newly renovated overlook at Howard's Knob Park. 📷 Joseph Dombrosky #Boone #HighCountryNC #HowardsKnob
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A baby's brain grows rapidly in its first few years—and the foundation for learning, speaking, and moving is built through simple, loving interactions. Talking, reading, singing, and playing together all support that growth. #WorldBrainDay #UNCHealthTalk
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You’re probably hearing a lot about an outbreak of explosive diarrhea. #Cyclosporiasis cases in the summer aren’t new, but this year has been especially bad. Here’s what you can do to protect your family from this intestinal infection. #UNCHealthTalk
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🏔️ 30 years after the effort began, Grandmother Mountain's north slope is now fully protected. Blue Ridge Conservancy and The Conservation Fund completed the final 1-acre inholding near Linville — visible from the Linn Cove Viaduct and Grandfather Mountain. wataugaonline.com/blue-ridge… #HighCountryNC #BlueRidgeParkway
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Tried a GLP-1 and it doesn’t seem like you’re losing much weight at all? Here’s what might be going on. #UNCHealthTalk
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A special Father’s Day surprise at @UNCHealthRex! 🏒
Lord Stanley stopped by to visit our teammates and new dads.
Thank you to the @Canes for bringing the Cup and sharing some championship spirit with our patients, families and teammates.
ALT Teammates, patients and families pose for photos with the Stanley Cup during a special Father's Day visit at UNC Health Rex.
ALT Teammates, patients and families pose for photos with the Stanley Cup during a special Father's Day visit at UNC Health Rex.
ALT Teammates, patients and families pose for photos with the Stanley Cup during a special Father's Day visit at UNC Health Rex.
ALT Teammates, patients and families pose for photos with the Stanley Cup during a special Father's Day visit at UNC Health Rex.
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Seeing the smiles students have as they walk across the stage and exit diploma in hand= priceless!
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Congratulations to our recent graduates and best wishes as you follow your dreams!!
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ALT A male graduate smiles widely and brightly as he receives his diploma from his high school principal.
ALT A side view of a female graduate with wavy brown hair smiling brightly while walking onstage at commencement.
ALT A side view of a female graduate with long brown hair sharing her principal’s hand and receiving her diploma onstage.
What a beautiful day to spend with a beautiful community!
Watauga County Emergency Fest wrapped up this afternoon at Watauga High School. That aerial ladder flying the colors says it all. Big thanks to the Watauga County Firefighters Association. Miss it this year? Plan to be there next year. 📷 Watauga County EmergencyFest #WataugaCounty #HighCountryNC
