Five wholesale trade businesses in Durham County have more than 1,000 employees in 2018

A new clinical trial from Duke Health shows that first-line immunotherapy may delay or replace chemotherapy in advanced colorectal cancer cases. The findings offer hope for improved quality of life among younger patients facing aggressive forms of the disease.

The EPA and HHS have announced new efforts targeting microplastics in U.S. drinking water systems. RTI International staff attended as federal officials detailed regulatory plans prioritizing research funding into detection methods, impacts on health, prevention strategies, and laboratory standards.

RTI International highlights rising consumer awareness about ultra-processed foods (UPFs) alongside industry reformulations and emerging state-level policies restricting certain additives. The organization points out challenges surrounding inconsistent definitions while noting increased calls for transparency from both regulators and public health advocates.