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Tossing and turning night after night?

If you're snoring loudly, waking up throughout the night, struggling to stay awake during the day, or feeling exhausted even after sleeping, it may be time to talk with a sleep specialist.

Sleep affects far more than your energy level. It can influence your mood, heart health, weight, and overall well-being. Duke Health sleep experts explain when persistent sleep problems may signal a sleep disorder and what to expect if you seek care.

Learn when bad sleep is more than just a rough night and what steps could help you feel better.

Do I Need a Sleep Specialist? If you aren’t getting enough quality sleep, a sleep specialist can help improve your sleep and wellbeing. Sleep specialists are experts at diagnosing and treating sleep issues and sleep disorders. Here, Duke sleep specialist Marjorie Soltis, MD, shares when and why you should seek care for trouble...

Healthy aging starts with staying informed about the health changes that can come with age.

For people in the early stages of Alzheimer’s disease, FDA-approved medications may help slow the progression of memory and thinking changes. While these treatments are not a cure, they may help some people maintain their independence longer.

During Healthy Aging Month, it's a good reminder to talk with a health care provider if you or a loved one have noticed changes in memory, thinking, or daily functioning. Early evaluation can help identify available treatment options and support services.

Learn more about Alzheimer's medications and who may be eligible:

New Alzheimer’s Medications Available at Duke A new drug called lecanemab has been approved by the FDA to slow the progression of Alzheimer’s in some people in the early stages of the disease. Here, a Duke expert answers questions about who could benefit from lecanemab, its side effects, and how to be considered for treatment at Duke.

For Durham students who are curious about science, medicine and helping others, this day is for you.

Duke's 8th Grade Health Science Day gives students a hands-on look at how science, technology and innovation are shaping the future of health care right here in Durham.

Participants will:
✅ Experience virtual reality in health care
✅ Learn CPR from Duke nurses
✅ Tour an advanced science lab
✅ Meet health care professionals
✅ Learn about the Durham Early College of Health Sciences (DECHS)

As part of Duke's commitment to Durham, we're helping students explore education pathways and careers that can make a difference in the community they call home.

📅 Sept. 30, 2026
⏰ 11:30 a.m. to 3:15 p.m.
📍 Trent Semans Center for Health Education

Space is limited. Eighth-grade students receive priority consideration.

Register today: https://duke.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_cN0KyZCn2IAYP8a

Flu season is almost here, and now is the time to prepare.

A flu shot does more than help protect you. It can reduce your risk of serious illness and help protect the people around you, including young children, older adults, and those with weakened immune systems. The flu vaccine takes up to two weeks to provide protection, which is why experts recommend getting vaccinated early in the season.

Learn why getting a flu shot matters and find answers to common questions:

https://www.dukehealth.org/blog/categories/flu-vaccination

For people with metastatic pancreatic cancer, more treatment options can mean more time and more hope.

A new oral medication called daraxonrasib has been shown to improve survival in previously treated patients with metastatic pancreatic cancer. The drug was approved by the FDA in August 2026 and is available at Duke Health to people who have had chemotherapy to treat their pancreatic cancer.

Learn more about who may qualify: https://duke.is/pancreatic-cafb

Duke Cancer Institute

One donor heart helped save two babies' lives. ❤️

When Grace Ray needed a heart transplant as an infant, her parents made a life-changing decision: they donated Grace's healthy heart valves so another baby, J.R. Riley, could receive the care he needed.

Today, the two families share a bond built on hope, generosity, and the gift of organ donation.

1 Heart Saves 2 Babies’ Lives: ‘We Felt Like It Was Meant to Be’ (Exclusive) One donor heart helped save two babies as Grace Ray received a transplant and J.R. Riley got valves from Grace’s original heart.

From September 15 to October 15 each year, we celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month. This is a special time to honor the histories, cultures and contributions of people whose heritage connects them to Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean and Central and South America.

This month, Duke Health is proud to honor our Hispanic and Latin communities for their valuable achievements, past, present and future, that enrich and influence everything we do. Through listening, learning and genuine connection, we strengthen our community and uphold our commitment to Put People First.