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Study finds immunotherapy timing impacts brain inflammation risk in cancer treatments

Therapies designed to harness the body's immune system have significantly enhanced survival rates for cancer patients, yet they pose potential risks for those whose cancer has metastasized to the brain.

By Durham Reporter | Apr 9, 2025

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Duke Health finalizes acquisition of Lake Norman Regional Medical Center for $284 million

Duke Health has officially completed the acquisition of Lake Norman Regional Medical Center and its associated businesses in Mooresville, North Carolina.

By Durham Reporter | Apr 1, 2025

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AI model aids early detection of adolescent mental illness risks

By Durham Reporter | Mar 5, 2025

An AI model developed by Duke Health researchers has shown promise in predicting when adolescents may be at high risk for serious mental health issues.

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Duke Medical School secures $455 million from NIH for scientific advancement

By Durham Reporter | Mar 3, 2025

Duke University School of Medicine has been awarded $455 million from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) in 2024, as reported by the Blue Ridge Institute for Medical Research.

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Duke Orthopaedics partners with Durham for new gun violence prevention program

By Durham Reporter | Feb 28, 2025

The Duke Orthopaedic Trauma Section has joined forces with the City of Durham to launch the Durham Impact Project, a new initiative aimed at preventing gun violence.

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Duke Health performs first living mitral valve replacement worldwide

By Durham Reporter | Feb 27, 2025

A medical team at Duke Health in Durham, North Carolina, has successfully performed the world's first living mitral valve replacement.

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Watts College of Nursing plans relocation to enhance educational opportunities

By Durham Reporter | Feb 25, 2025

Watts College of Nursing (WCON), a longstanding institution in Durham, North Carolina, is set to relocate to the Duke University campus in July 2025.

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Duke Health opens new rehabilitation hospital in collaboration with WakeMed and Lifepoint

By Durham Reporter | Feb 18, 2025

Duke Health, WakeMed, and Lifepoint Health have officially opened Peak Rehabilitation Hospital in Apex, North Carolina.

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Duke Health study finds community-led program improves pediatric obesity measures

By Durham Reporter | Feb 10, 2025

Referrals by pediatric primary care providers to a community-led lifestyle program have shown positive results in improving the health of children with obesity, according to research led by Duke Health.

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UNC Health and Duke Health join forces for state's first standalone children's hospital

By Durham Reporter | Jan 28, 2025

UNC Health and Duke Health have announced a partnership to establish North Carolina's first standalone children's hospital.

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UNC Health partners with Duke Health for state’s first stand-alone children's hospital

By Durham Reporter | Jan 28, 2025

UNC Health and Duke Health, two leading academic health systems, have announced a partnership to create North Carolina's only stand-alone children's hospital.

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Duke researchers develop potential HIV vaccine targeting key immune functions

By Durham Reporter | Jan 14, 2025

Researchers at the Duke Human Vaccine Institute have developed a promising HIV vaccine candidate that initiates crucial immune responses necessary for fighting the virus.

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Duke Health partners with Abridge for AI-driven clinical documentation

By Durham Reporter | Jan 8, 2025

Duke Health and Abridge have announced a strategic partnership to explore innovations in healthcare AI.

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Study links brief apnea risk with vaccinations in hospitalized preemies

By Durham Reporter | Jan 6, 2025

Hospitalized premature infants who receive the recommended two-month vaccinations face an increased risk of brief apnea episodes, according to a study led by Duke Health researchers.

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Duke limits hospital visitors amid rise in respiratory illnesses

By Durham Reporter | Jan 3, 2025

Duke University Health System (DUHS) is implementing temporary visitor restrictions at its hospitals and ambulatory surgery centers due to a rise in respiratory illnesses in the Triangle area.

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Duke University Hospital addresses flood recovery after burst pipe incident

By Durham Reporter | Dec 28, 2024

Duke University Hospital is actively managing the aftermath of a burst pipe that led to flooding on December 26.

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Duke University Hospital resumes EMS traffic after emergency department flooding

By Durham Reporter | Dec 28, 2024

Duke University Hospital has resumed accepting all EMS traffic in its Emergency Department after a temporary diversion due to flooding.

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Duke University Hospital works tirelessly to restore emergency department after flooding

By Durham Reporter | Dec 28, 2024

Crews at Duke University Hospital are working continuously to restore services in the Emergency Department after a chilled water pipe burst on December 26, causing flooding.

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Study compares safety of active monitoring versus surgery for treating DCIS

By Durham Reporter | Dec 12, 2024

The first study to compare surgery with active monitoring for ductal carcinoma in situ (DCIS) suggests that women who choose careful observation are not at increased risk of developing breast cancer within two years compared to those who undergo...

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Duke Health announces acquisition plans for Lake Norman Regional Medical Center

By Durham Reporter | Dec 11, 2024

Duke Health has announced its plans to acquire Lake Norman Regional Medical Center (LNRMC) and associated businesses in Mooresville, North Carolina.