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Durham, North Carolina
Joined February 2009
Ninth-grade students at Durham Early College of Health Sciences explored community health in action during MedEx Day, connecting with local organizations, health professionals and Duke programs that help build healthier communities. @Duke_DCA
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We’re proud to be part of the work to shape the future of children’s care in NC. With support from The Duke Endowment, @NCChildrens will build on the strengths of #DukeHealth and @UNC_Health_Care to expand access to specialized care for children and families across our region.
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Fibroids are common, but treatment decisions are highly personal. In a recent @nytimes article, Dr. Arleen Song of @dukeobgyn explains how symptoms, health goals and future pregnancy plans can help guide care. Read more: nytimes.com/2026/10/06/well/…
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Bailey Geason learned she carried #BRCA1 at 19. At 27, an MRI helped find a 3-mm #BreastCancer before it spread. Knowing your genetic risk can help inform screening and prevention. duke.is/earlybrca #BreastCancerAwarenessMonth
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What factors influence your breast cancer risk? For Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Dr. Sarah Jo Stephens of Duke Health joined @WNCN's Health Now to discuss screening, treatment advances, and what women should know about their breast health. Watch: cbs17.com/health-now/knowing…
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Following news of Pope Leo's lung cancer diagnosis and surgery, @DukeCancer lung cancer specialist @LauraAlderMD explains why surgery can be an encouraging sign and how it helps care teams build the best treatment plan for a patient. Watch: wcnc.com/video/life/faith/po…
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Duke University Hospital delivery robots make rounds to nursing units, day and night. Recently, for a unique meet-and-greet, the Pets at Duke therapy dogs got to meet them so they wouldn’t be startled by a robot’s movement or sound. @DukeHealth
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Duke Health and @CaroMontHealth plan a new company, equally owned and jointly led, to expand advanced care in Mecklenburg County. First step: two proposed hospitals with 200 beds combined, pending state approval. advancinghealthclt.org/
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When cancer strikes young: Four Duke colleagues were under 50 when cancer interrupted their lives. They share what they learned about their diagnosis, treatment and survivorship. today.duke.edu/2026/10/when-… @DukeU @DukeHealth @DukeCancer @DukeRaleigh @AmericanCancer @arifkamalmd
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For 100 years, Duke Health Lake Norman Hospital has cared for generations of families across the region. @wtvipbsclt's Carolina Impact shares the story of the hospital's enduring connection to the community. Watch: pbs.org/video/a-century-of-s…
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The American College of Radiology recommends getting a screening mammogram every year starting at age 40 to catch and treat breast cancer early. Experts at Duke Health explain why that's so important. duke.is/9/e8z5 #BreastCancerAwareness | @DukeHealth
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Triple-negative breast cancer has long been considered one of the most aggressive and least understood forms of breast cancer. Researchers at DCI are working to change that. duke.is/p/45ny #BreastCancerAwareness | @DukeHealth
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A rare cancer diagnosis during pregnancy led Jessica Clarke to make a life-changing decision: move her family to Durham for care at Duke Health. See how expert care helped her welcome a healthy baby. @DukeCancer dukehealth.org/blog/pregnant…
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Continuing Education Opportunity: Duke Cancer Network presents Bispecifics — ADCs & Beyond: Challenges and Strategies in Clinical Implementation November 13-14, 2026, Charlotte, NC Register now: duke.is/Bispecs2026 #CME credit available #DukeCancerNetwork @DukeCancer
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What a ride! On 10/3, 375 riders on 50 teams filled Wilson Recreation Center for the inaugural Duke Rides, and together we raised more than $660,000 for DCI and Duke Children's. Year one is in the books. We can't wait to ride with you again. 💙 #DukeRides @DukeMedSchool
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Some children are born with complex heart defects that require a series of surgeries early in life. As they grow, they need specialized care to stay healthy. Learn how Duke's multidisciplinary team helps children thrive: dukehealth.org/pediatric-tre…
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#NCCUCommunityPartnerships | Chancellor Dixon and NCCU leaders welcomed Duke Health leaders to campus to discuss existing collaborations and opportunities to strengthen partnerships in research, health education and community impact. #WeAreNCCU | @EagleInChief13 @DukeHealth
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For 70 years, Duke University Hospital chaplains have helped patients, families and staff through trauma and loss. Meet the team and explore its history Oct. 16, 9-11 a.m., in the Duke University Hospital concourse. today.duke.edu/2026/10/duke-… @DukeHealth @DukeHospital @DukeU
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