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Academic health system dedicated to high-quality patient-centered care, research, education and improving community and global health. www.dukehealth.org

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Duke Health @dukehealth.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
One donated heart helped save two babies’ lives. Grace’s mom shares her family’s heart transplant journey and the extraordinary care they received at Duke. Read more: www.dukehealth.org/blog/duke-pediat…
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Duke Health @dukehealth.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
Can't remember the last time you felt truly rested? Ongoing snoring, fatigue, or interrupted sleep may be signs of a sleep disorder. Learn when it's time to see a sleep specialist and how better sleep can improve your health. www.dukehealth.org/blog/do-i-need-s…
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Do I Need a Sleep Specialist?
If you aren’t getting enough quality sleep, a sleep specialist can help improve your sleep and wellbeing. Sleep specialists are experts at diagnosing and treating sleep issues and sleep disorders. Her...
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Duke Health @dukehealth.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
#HealthyAgingMonth is a good reminder to pay attention to brain health. For some people with early Alzheimer's disease, FDA-approved treatments may help slow changes in memory and thinking. Learn more: www.dukehealth.org/blog/new-alzheim…
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New Alzheimer’s Medications Available at Duke
A new drug called lecanemab has been approved by the FDA to slow the progression of Alzheimer’s in some people in the early stages of the disease. Here, a Duke expert answers questions about who could...
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Duke Health @dukehealth.bsky.social · 18/09/2026
Flu season is almost here. The best time to get a flu shot is before cases begin to rise. It takes up to 2 weeks to build protection, and annual vaccination can help reduce your risk of serious illness and protect your community. Learn more: duke.is/flu-2026 #FluShot #FluSeason
A series of blue bandages with the text "Together We Can Stop the Flu" are displayed alongside a medical syringe on a white surface.
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Duke Health @dukehealth.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
After infant Grace Ray received a heart transplant, her healthy heart valves were donated to another baby, J.R. Riley, giving both children a chance at a healthier future. Their families now share a deep connection. ❤️ Read more: people.com/one-heart-saved-two-babi…
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1 Heart Saves 2 Babies’ Lives: ‘We Felt Like It Was Meant to Be’
One donor heart helped save two babies as Grace Ray received a transplant and J.R. Riley got valves from Grace’s original heart.
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Duke Health @dukehealth.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
This month, Duke Health is proud to honor our Hispanic and Latin communities for their valuable achievements, past, present, and future, that enrich and influence everything we do.
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Duke Health @dukehealth.bsky.social · 07/08/2026
Duke Health is expanding access to groundbreaking cell and gene therapies, bringing more options and hope to patients facing cancer and other serious diseases. More: www.dukecancerinstitute.org/blogs/d… @dukecancer.bsky.social
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Duke Health @dukehealth.bsky.social · 24/07/2026
Tick activity is surging. CDC data shows our region is experiencing the highest number of July emergency department visits for tick bites in the past 10 years. Before you come inside: ✔️ Check kids from head to toe ✔️ Check pets ✔️ Shower soon after outdoor activities #TickSeason | #NorthCarolina
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Duke Health @dukehealth.bsky.social · 22/07/2026
The promise: more time with patients. A Duke Health-built AI tool that interprets medical records was tested in a randomized trial across 7 specialties: nearly 40% faster task completion, lower mental demand, no loss in quality. More than a demo. Early evidence. youtu.be/JRhXF4GBn6Q
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Transforming Healthcare with Scout - Synthesis of Patient Records for Clinicians
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Duke Health @dukehealth.bsky.social · 21/07/2026
"I don't even feel like I've got cancer." One Duke Health patient says a clinical trial for a potential new pancreatic cancer treatment has given him a renewed outlook on life. His story: 🔗 duke.is/m/qakj @dukecancer.bsky.social | #DCIPancreaticCancer | #PancreaticCancer
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Duke Health @dukehealth.bsky.social · 15/07/2026
Duke Health has been named an Access Provider in the North Carolina State Health Plan's new provider network, ensuring state employees and their families can continue receiving care through Duke Health. More: corporate.dukehealth.org/news/duke-he... 1/2
State of North Carolina map showing Duke medical center and ambulatory locations. Text reads continuing care for state health plan members. Access provider beginning Jan. 1, 2027
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Duke Health @dukehealth.bsky.social · 14/07/2026
An outbreak of the parasite #cyclospora is sweeping dozens of states including North Carolina. Duke Health’s Cameron Wolfe, M.D., shares symptoms to watch for and how to reduce your risk. 🔗 www.cbs17.com/this-month-in-health/…
Television broadcast screenshot titled "What is Cyclospora?" featuring Duke Health Doctor Cameron Wolfe discussing health. Includes a view of hands washing vegetables at a sink, inset with images of a speaker on the left and another person on the right. The channel is marked as 17 Plus.
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Duke Health @dukehealth.bsky.social · 03/07/2026
Duke Health is proud to celebrate America's 250th birthday. We wish everyone a safe and fun Independence Day!
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Duke Health @dukehealth.bsky.social · 01/07/2026
Duke cardiology is leading nationally. Dr. Manesh Patel is now volunteer president of the @americanheart.bsky.social, with Dr. Svati Shah as president-elect. Closer to home, you can see a Duke cardiologist in as little as 48 hours. www.dukehealth.org/blog/heart-c... @dcrinews.bsky.social
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Duke Health @dukehealth.bsky.social · 29/06/2026
Above average temperatures bother many, but trigger health emergencies for some. Duke University Hospital's Emergency Department Medical Director Lauren Siewny, M.D., urges people w/ chronic conditions to monitor their health when temperatures spike. 🔗 wapo.st/4uZRPFr
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Hot weather can make these 9 health conditions worse
Sweltering days can trigger flare-ups or, in some cases, even more severe complications.
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Duke Health @dukehealth.bsky.social · 23/06/2026
Even just a warm day can still be dangerous in a parked car. Safe Kids Durham County coordinator Shannon Jackson & pediatric trauma surgeon Dr. Erica Hodgman share quick, practical tips parents can use to prevent hot car deaths. Because it can happen faster than you think. #HeatSafety | #SafeKids
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Duke Health @dukehealth.bsky.social · 19/06/2026
Juneteenth honors the end of slavery in the United States and celebrates the resilience, history, and contributions of Black Americans. At Duke Health, we recognize the importance of compassion, inclusion, and equity in the care we provide to our communities every day.
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Duke Health @dukehealth.bsky.social · 18/06/2026
Duke Health's new CEO Dr. David Zaas survived acute leukemia with his son as his bone marrow donor. That experience as a patient is now shaping how he leads. "Everybody deserves access to care. Everybody deserves opportunities to have the latest, most innovative therapies." duke.is/m/p9cn
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How surviving leukemia changed Duke Health CEO's approach to patient care
A life-threatening leukemia diagnosis forced Dr. David Zaas to experience healthcare from the other side of the hospital bed. Now, the new Duke University Health System CEO says those lessons are guid...
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Duke Health @dukehealth.bsky.social · 15/06/2026
☀️ When your child gets hurt, the hardest question can be: How serious is this? Watch this quick video to learn the top 5 summer injuries in kids & how to make the right call. Duke Urgent Care has pediatric specialists at our Croasdaile, Brier Creek, and South locations.
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Duke Health @dukehealth.bsky.social · 10/06/2026
A routine eye scan used in the NICU may help predict developmental delays in very preterm infants, according to new Duke Health research in @jamaophthalmology.bsky.social. The retina may offer a non-invasive “window into the brain”, helping identify risk earlier. More: duke.is/c/rw6a
A Duke healthcare worker wearing purple gloves is using a medical scanner to provide care to a sleeping newborn wrapped in a blanket. The newborn is on a bed with a cute cloud-patterned cover and has medical tape on their face with a tube.Duke physician Cynthia Toth is in scrubs smiling in front of multiple computer monitors displaying detailed eye scans.A Duke healthcare professional in a blue uniform attending to a newborn in an incubator surrounded by medical equipment in a hospital room.A Duke Health clinician points at a medical imaging screen showing detailed scans of an eye. The display includes multiple views and data related to the eye examination.
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Duke Health @dukehealth.bsky.social · 01/06/2026
Celebrating Pride Month. We’re committed to fostering a welcoming environment where every LGBTQ+ colleague, student, patient, and community member is met with dignity, respect, and compassion. This month & every month, we take pride in each other and in the communities we serve.
Celebratory text reads "Celebrating PRIDE MONTH" with "PRIDE" in rainbow colors and a yellow heart in place of the "O" in "MONTH". Below, on a blue background, text reads "We take pride in each other." The top right corner features a rainbow-colored Duke Health shield.
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Duke Health @dukehealth.bsky.social · 21/05/2026
Nova’s story is one many families of children with autism know well. After years of GI issues and searching for answers, her experience is now helping shape research aimed at better care. This research highlights the power of our NC Children’s partnership. 🔗 Read more: duke.is/2/rj88
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Duke Health @dukehealth.bsky.social · 12/05/2026
See more about mental health warning signs, precautions, & assistance available for those facing crisis beginning w/ calling 9-8-8, from Sarah Wilson w/ Duke School of Medicine and Durham Veterans Affairs. www.wral.com/22357287 @dukemedschool.bsky.social | @dukepsychiatry.bsky.social
A news broadcast split-screen image. On the left, a person stands in front of a colorful graphic for Mental Health Awareness Month, featuring a green ribbon. The top displays the WRAL News logo. On the right, another person is shown in an inset, labeled as "Sarah Wilson, Ph.D, Duke University, Durham Veterans Affairs Health Care System.
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Duke Health @dukehealth.bsky.social · 06/05/2026
Watch rising 9th graders choose a future in healthcare at Durham Early College of Health Sciences. Duke Health proudly invests in students from our community & commits to hire qualified high school graduates. More: duke.is/v/9tbx #HomeGrown | #HealthCareCareers | @bloombergdotorg.bsky.social
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Duke Health @dukehealth.bsky.social · 01/05/2026
At Duke Health, we’re proud to celebrate AANHPI Heritage Month—honoring the histories, cultures, and contributions of our Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander colleagues. This month builds on our shared culture of respect, connection, and belonging.
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Duke Health @dukehealth.bsky.social · 01/05/2026
The power of NC Children's. PCORI just awarded $12.9 million to team up with UNC to improve care for autistic children with constipation, who experience the condition at three times the rate of other kids. More: duke.is/p/yqpw @dcrinews.bsky.social | @dukemedschool.bsky.social | #autism
Rendering of a modern medical complex labeled "North Carolina Children's Health." The image shows a large, multi-story glass building with landscaped surroundings and a driveway with vehicles in front. The sky is clear, and there are additional smaller structures nearby.
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Duke Health @dukehealth.bsky.social · 30/04/2026
See more about the teams leading a new statewide initiative focusing on maternal and early childhood health. @dukemedschool.bsky.social
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Duke Health @dukehealth.bsky.social · 28/04/2026
A Duke study shows AI models may identify a child’s risk of developing #ADHD years before a typical diagnosis, potentially allowing support to start earlier. duke.is/b/vtrg @dukemedschool.bsky.social
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Duke Health @dukehealth.bsky.social · 24/04/2026
Allergy season is longer & tougher on millions of people. Researchers @dukeenvironment.bsky.social study how changes to the life cycles of trees may fuel rising pollen levels as Duke Health clinicians help patients manage allergy symptoms & related conditions. More: duke.is/r/46ah #allergies
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Duke Health @dukehealth.bsky.social · 22/04/2026
Committing early to futures in healthcare - a different kind of Signing Day with Durham Early College of Health Sciences at Duke Health. Grateful for partners: Durham Public Schools, Durham Tech, & @bloombergdotorg.bsky.social as we help build a #HomeGrown healthcare workforce for Durham.
A student signs a board with her signature at Signing Day for Durham Early College of Health Sciences.Duke Health leaders and partners hold a board with signatures on Signing Day at the Durham Early College of Health Sciences Signing Day.Duke Health leaders and partners welcome a student on signing day at Durham Early College of Health Sciences.Students hold hats at Signing Day in front of a sign for Durham Early College of Health Sciences.
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Duke Health @dukehealth.bsky.social · 17/04/2026
April is National Workplace Violence Prevention Month, and at Duke Health, patient safety starts with a culture of respect, belonging, and care — for our patients and for one another. We’re grateful for our team members and partners who help create safe, supportive environments every day.
The image features an illustration of three professionals representing different roles, standing behind a shield with a star. Text on the left reads, "Duke Health Recognizes National Workplace Violence Prevention Awareness Month." The background is blue.
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Duke Health @dukehealth.bsky.social · 13/04/2026
When 7 year old Jayden couldn’t leave the hospital to see the Savannah Bananas, the Bananas brought the joy to him. 🍌💛 Hospital Rounds: Bananas Style = Music, Dancing, and Smiles! @dukechildrens.bsky.social | #thesavbananas
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Duke Health @dukehealth.bsky.social · 06/04/2026
Imagine activating the body’s natural process to heal damage from #osteoarthritis. Read about a Duke Health-led effort’s major milestone bringing the approach toward first-in-human clinical trials: duke.is/r/sfnz @dukemedschool.bsky.social | @bostonchildrens.bsky.social | @harvardmed.bsky.social
Dr. Benjamin Alman in a laboratory setting
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Duke Health @dukehealth.bsky.social · 01/04/2026
A @dcrinews.bsky.social - coordinated study published in the Lancet March 19th suggests additional methods are needed to prevent painful, recurring kidney stones. More: duke.is/m/j3af @dukemedschool.bsky.social | @dukekidney.bsky.social | @thelancet.com | #kidneystones
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Duke Health @dukehealth.bsky.social · 01/04/2026
Duke Health prioritizes safety & well-being while recognizing the positive effect visitation has on our patients. Based on guidance from our Infectious Disease & Infection Prevention experts, we updated our visitation guidelines, effective April 1, 2026. More: www.dukehealth.org/VisitorGuide...
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Duke Health @dukehealth.bsky.social · 30/03/2026
There is no easy way to diagnose Alzheimer’s Disease early. Learn about a new study by Duke Health researchers & colleagues showing how a nasal swab test can detect linked changeswell before symptoms appear. More: time.com/article/2026/03/18/nasal-s…
Dr. Bradley Goldstein and Vincent D’Anniballe in white coats are performing an endoscopic procedure on a patient seated in a chair at a Duke Health facility. The room contains medical equipment, and one professional is holding an endoscope while the other observes a monitor displaying the procedure.
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Duke Health @dukehealth.bsky.social · 26/03/2026
Duke is ready to double the fun for March Madness! 2 Duke games Friday, the Boozer twins on the court and twins in Duke onesies: A winning combination! Duke-delivered babies get the special wraps during the tournament while supplies last. @dukechildrens.bsky.social| @dukemensbasketball.bsky.social
Two newborn babies asleep together in a hospital bassinet, each wearing a white outfit with a large blue letter 'A' and 'B' printed on hats. They are wearing baby onesies with a Duke University logo featured at Duke Health.A group of people smiling and holding two babies dressed in Duke University-themed outfits. Two of the individuals are holding matching baby clothing saying 'Lil' Blue Devil. The setting appears to be indoors at Duke Health.This image shows four smiling adults standing close together, with one person in the center holding a newborn baby wearing a large bow headband with a Duke University logo. The group appears at Duke Health, as one person wears scrubs and another a white lab coat. The atmosphere is warm and joyful.A group of four individuals stands in a hallway. Two people hold baby onesies with "Lil' Blue Devil" printed on them, and another person holds a newborn dressed in a similar onesie with a Duke logo. One individual is wearing a lab coat, and another has a stethoscope. There are Duke Health logos on the coats and onesies.
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Duke Health @dukehealth.bsky.social · 24/03/2026
A chance at recovery: See how a 30‑year‑old man’s decision to join a Duke clinical trial using immunotherapy first instead of chemotherapy to treat advanced colon cancer is delivering groundbreaking results for him and his family. duke.is/8/8x68 @dukemedschool.bsky.social | #beatcancer
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A young dad's colon cancer spread to his lungs with no warning. He says a clinical trial led to a miracle.
Spencer Laird was diagnosed with colon cancer at 26. At 30, he was told it had returned and spread to his lungs, with one tumor the size of a golf ball.
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Duke Health @dukehealth.bsky.social · 20/03/2026
We’re number onesie! And we are upping our game by giving newborns delivered by Duke providers special onesies during #MarchMadness – while supplies last! Go Duke! 💙 @dukemensbasketball.bsky.social
Two babies in a hospital bassinet, wearing matching striped hats and white onesies with large blue “D” letters for Duke.A couple holds a newborn baby in a onesie that says lil' blue devil.A baby is lying on a white blanket, eyes closed, wearing a onesie with a large blue "D" on it, for Duke University. An adult hand is gently resting on the baby's chest. The scene is calm and serene.A group of hospital staff are posing together in a hallway. Some are holding small onesies with the Duke University logo. They are smiling towards the camera.
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Duke Health @dukehealth.bsky.social · 16/03/2026
We celebrate Duke research saving lives - making stories like Spencer's possible. Dr. Nicholas DeVito leads a clinical trial of a new immunotherapy w/out chemotherapy. Minimal side effects keep Spencer on his feet. @duke-university.bsky.social | @dukemedschool.bsky.social | @dukecancer.bsky.social
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Duke Health @dukehealth.bsky.social · 12/03/2026
The rapid move to spring-like weather may surprise the youngest and most vulnerable in our area... 🤧 children. Duke's Dr. Kitty O'Hare offers tips to determine whether the sniffles are allergies or something more serious. www.wral.com/lifestyles/h... #allergies | #pollen
Dr. Kitty O'Hare appears in a Duke Health setting with a logo nearby.
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Duke Health @dukehealth.bsky.social · 11/03/2026
Parents of children w/ single-ventricle heart defect now have a clearer picture of burdens ahead after a 16-year study lead by Duke's Kevin Hill, M.D., & colleagues at the Pediatric Heart Network. corporate.dukehealth.org/news/16-year... @dukechildrens.bsky.social | @dukemedschool.bsky.social
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Duke University School of Medicine @dukemedschool.bsky.social · 19/02/2026
Duke Men's Basketball Coach Jon Scheyer sits down to discuss teamwork and success with friend and @dukehealth.bsky.social Chief of Pediatric Cardiac Surgery, Dr. Joseph Turek. 📽️ Watch the full Blue Chair Conversations episode now: www.youtube.com/watch?v=buipm-UCz84
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Duke Coach Jon Scheyer Talks With Children's Heart Surgeon
Coach Jon Scheyer and Dr. Joseph Turek are made for Teamwork. Head Coach of @DukeMBB, Jon Scheyer, and ⁨@DukeHealth Chief of Pediatric Cardiac Surgery, Dr. Joseph Turek, both run successful teams that win together. In this conversation, they both discus...
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Duke Health @dukehealth.bsky.social · 09/03/2026
Promising research on the root cause of #glaucoma -> Katy Liu, M.D., Ph.D., and colleagues @dukeeyecenter.bsky.social discovered how specialized immune cells play a key role in regulating eye pressure. Read more about the study: corporate.dukehealth.org/news/immune-... @dukemedschool.bsky.social
Dr. Katy Liu looks through a microscope while in an office setting.
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Duke Health @dukehealth.bsky.social · 04/03/2026
Effective July 1, Duke University Health System will raise our minimum wage to $20 per hour — making DUHS one of the highest-paying health systems in North Carolina.
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Duke Health @dukehealth.bsky.social · 03/03/2026
After Hurricane Melissa hit her hometown in Jamaica, Duke Hospital nurse manager Jennifer Williams helped lead a system-wide effort to send critical medical supplies. The final shipment of supplies arrived in Kingston recently. Read more: duke.is/y/3r7k @dukemedschool.bsky.social
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Duke Health @dukehealth.bsky.social · 02/03/2026
Join us as we celebrate the many ways women have shaped Duke Health. We honor the pioneers & we recognize the extraordinary women who continue their legacy now legacy w/ integrity, vision, and purpose. Our collective commitment moves us forward – together. #WomensHistoryMonth
The image features a Duke Health logo alongside silhouettes of three faces in profile, increasing in size. Text reads, "Celebrates Women's History Month." The design uses shades of blue and green.
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Duke Health @dukehealth.bsky.social · 24/02/2026
Our new Pediatric Lipid Disorders Clinic provides early support, personalized treatment plans, and long-term heart healthy guidance for kids with genetic or lifestyle-related lipid disorders. Learn more: www.dukehealth.org/blog/pediatric-l… #CardiovascularHealth
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Duke Health @dukehealth.bsky.social · 20/02/2026
A new CDC report finds 25% of women delay prenatal care or go w/out. Duke’s Dr. Brenna Hughes urges patients to seek medical care to improve long-term outcomes. More:https://www.nbcnews.com/health/health-news/pregnant-women-delaying-prenatal-care-cdc-report-rcna259575 @dukemedschool.bsky.social
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A quarter of pregnant women are delaying prenatal care, CDC report finds
Seeing a doctor early in pregnancy is critical for the health of mother and baby, doctors say. More women are either waiting longer or going without prenatal care.
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Duke Health @dukehealth.bsky.social · 18/02/2026
Sudden cardiac arrest remains one of the leading causes of death in the U.S., but we can improve survival. On Feb. 25, thousands of people across NC will learn hands‑only CPR while helping us test how community preparedness can change outcomes. Find a location near you: duke.is/5/p925
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