Duke University Hospital

  • Flu shot myths and other FAQs

    October 23rd, 2008

    Think a flu shot can give you the flu? Is now the right time to get one? See what George Jackson, M.D., director of Employee Occupational Health & Wellness, has…

  • ‘Biggest Loser’ will share his story in Searle

    October 22nd, 2008

    A former contestant of “The Biggest Loser,” Ken Canion, will visit Duke on Oct. 28 to share his inspirational story about his struggles with weight loss. He will be at…

  • SCLC founder to speak at Duke’s King event

    October 21st, 2008

    The Rev. Joseph E. Lowery, a founding member of the Southern Christian Leadership Conference, will give the keynote address for Duke University’s Martin Luther King Jr. commemoration at 3 p.m.…

  • Write essay; get fit

    October 20th, 2008

    Ready for a lifestyle makeover? Grab a pen or computer. LIVE FOR LIFE is holding an essay contest, “Eat Wise and Exercise,” offering as one of its prizes a 10-week lifestyle makeover.…

  • Germs beware at DUH

    October 20th, 2008

     This is Infection Control Week at Duke University Hospital, part of a national observance spotlighting safe infection-control practices. Activities include a traveling cart going to inpatient units to distribute various favors and educational materials that link…

  • Hospital chaplains reach across faiths

    October 17th, 2008

    By Erin Pratt On a sunny October afternoon, Duke University Hospital chaplain Deborah Morgan walked from her office in Baker House to Duke North, enjoying the seasonal atmosphere and preparing…

  • Early voting period opens; Duke has a site

    October 16th, 2008

    No reason to wait until Election Day—early voting in North Carolina starts today. This year there is an early voting site at Duke, offering faculty, staff and students who reside…

  • Fostering a respectful work environment

    October 15th, 2008

    Reminders from the Office for Institutional Equity: Did you know Duke Medicine has policies prohibiting harassment and discrimination? Duke’s Harassment Policy prohibits harassment of any kind. Discrimination based upon race,…

  • PRT ends its 30-year run

    October 14th, 2008

    Here’s a reminder: The Personal Rapid Transit (PRT) electric tram between the North and South buildings of Duke University Medical Center will be retired on Oct. 15. Click below for…

  • Support diversity, win Duke basketball tickets

    October 14th, 2008

    The Office for Institutional Equity is seeking images capturing diversity and inclusion for a photo contest. The winning photographs will represent the first official exhibit in the new Trent Hall…