Dr. Charles Johnson, Duke Medical School Pioneer, Dies at 94
Written by THE ASSOCIATED PRESS Dr. Charles Johnson, the first Black faculty member in the Duke...
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Duke Economists: Inflation Targets Where Low-Income Families Are ‘Most Vulnerable’
Recently, inflation for the price of food, fuel and other staples hit a record 30-year high. Inflation corresponds to a decrease in purchasing power. When the price of a good increases, the purchasing power of the dollar can buy fewer goods and services. Duke University economists recently discussed the causes of inflation from pandemic relief and how it can affect a day-to-day life.
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Two Duke Basketball Players Face DWI Charges in Orange County
Two Duke men’s basketball players are facing charges for driving while impaired in Orange...
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Pfizer Vaccine to Soon Be Available for Children Ages 5-11; Duke Expert Weighs In
After months of clinical studies, federal regulators are poised to approve a COVID-19 vaccine for young children.
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UNC Expert Offers Tips on How To Combat COVID-19 Misinformation in Public Health
The spread of misinformation plays a big role in what health decisions people choose to make during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Full Approval of Pfizer’s COVID-19 Vaccine Paves Way for Vaccine Mandates
The vaccine made by Pfizer and its partner BioNTech now carries the strongest endorsement from the FDA, which experts say will make it easier for businesses and governments to move forward with vaccine mandates.
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Duke, UNC Experts: COVID Vaccine for Ages 5-11 Expected by Late 2021
As the COVID-19 delta variant continues to spread across the country, and the academic year looms on the horizon, public health officials are working to vaccinate as much of the population as possible – including young children.
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Pandemic Puppies Face Increased Anxiety as Owners Return to Work
While puppies and new pets helped comfort many people during peak pandemic shutdowns, as owners return to work and students to the classroom, some animals are experiencing increased anxiety while adjusting to their own “new normal.”
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Report: Masking Prevents COVID Transmission in Schools Without Social Distancing
New research from Duke University says the widespread use of masks in schools can effectively prevent COVID-19 transmission and provide a safe learning environment without social distancing.
Read MoreOn Air Today: Art Chansky on Krzyzewski + Duke Rivalry
Art Chansky joins 97.9 The Hill’s Brighton McConnell to discuss the recent news of Duke men’s basketball head coach Mike Krzyzewski preparing to step down. He shares thoughts on the growth of the UNC-Duke rivalry, the potential for its future and why he’s thankful Duke didn’t choose an NBA coach.
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