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Arthroscopic Alternatives
UNC Orthopaedics is able to perform arthroscopic alternatives to appropriate candidates who, in the past, would have received knee or shoulder replacements.  These procedures, known as cartilage restoration, can dramatically reduce recovery time, allowing the patient to return to an active lifestyle comparably faster than those who undergo reconstructive surgery.

UNC Hospitals recognized for quality and safety
Leapfrog recognizes UNC Hospitals as one of the 50 best in the United States, based on results from the first-ever Leapfrog Hospital Quality and Safety Survey. 

UNC Health Care News
UNC scientists solve mystery of how largest cellular motor protein powers movement
CHAPEL HILL - Scientists now understand how an important protein converts chemical energy to mechanical force, thus powering the process of cell division, thanks to a new structural model by University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill researchers.
UNC to lead national study of schizophrenia drug side effects
CHAPEL HILL - Drugs commonly used to treat schizophrenia often cause unwanted and dangerous side effects, such as weight gain and elevated cholesterol. But a new clinical trial led by the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill's School of Medicine will study strategies to reduce those problems while effectively treating the disorder.
Fifth N.C. Children’s Promise Celebration raises $631,508
CHAPEL HILL – A preliminary accounting shows that the fifth N.C. Children’s Promise radiothon/telethon raised $631,508, an increase of $167,682 or 36 percent over the previous year.
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Upcoming Events
CPR for Family and Friends
Learn injury prevention and CPR techniques for infants, children and adults from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m., Monday, Dec. 4. Cost is $25 per person.
Eating Healthy during the Holidays
Learn how to maintain a healthy eating plan and "lighten up" some holiday treats from 6 to 7 p.m., Thursday, Dec. 7.
CPR for Family and Friends
Learn injury prevention and CPR for infants, children and adults from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m., Monday, Dec. 11. Cost is $25 per person.
Baby in the Dog's House
Learn how to successfully prepare the family dog for the arrival of a new baby from 6 to 7:30 p.m., Wednesday, Dec. 13. Cost is $10 per couple.
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