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Duke Health@dukehealth· 28d

"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· Jul 15

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

Duke Health@dukehealth· Jul 14

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. 🔗 https://www.cbs17.com/this-month-in-health/more-than-100-cyclospora-cases-in-nc-what-you-need-to-know/

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.

Duke Health@dukehealth· Jul 3

Duke Health is proud to celebrate America's 250th birthday. We wish everyone a safe and fun Independence Day!

Duke Health@dukehealth· Jul 1

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

Duke Health@dukehealth· Jun 23

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

Duke Health@dukehealth· Jun 19

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.

Duke Health@dukehealth· Jun 15

☀️ 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.

Duke Health@dukehealth· Jun 10

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: https://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.

Duke Health@dukehealth· Jun 1

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.

Duke Health@dukehealth· May 21

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: https://duke.is/2/rj88

Duke Health@dukehealth· May 12

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. https://www.wral.com/22357287/ @dukemedschool.bsky.social | @dukepsychiatry.bsky.social

Duke Health@dukehealth· May 6

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

Duke Health@dukehealth· May 1

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.

Duke Health@dukehealth· May 1

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: https://duke.is/p/yqpw @dcrinews.bsky.social | @dukemedschool.bsky.social | #autism

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Duke Health@dukehealth· Apr 28

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· Apr 24

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· Apr 22

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.

Duke Health@dukehealth· Apr 17

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.

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Duke Health@dukehealth· Apr 13

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

Duke Health@dukehealth· Apr 6

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

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Duke Health@dukehealth· Apr 1

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· Apr 1

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· Mar 30

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: https://time.com/article/2026/03/18/nasal-swab-test-alzheimers-disease-study/

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.

Duke Health@dukehealth· Mar 26

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

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.

Duke Health@dukehealth· Mar 20

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.

Duke Health@dukehealth· Mar 16

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

Duke Health@dukehealth· Mar 12

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

Duke Health@dukehealth· Mar 11

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

Duke Health@dukehealth· Mar 9

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