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Duke Medicine: Compassion
Duke Medicine: CompassionCompassion and technical expertise set health care at Duke apart from everybody else. For more information visit dukehealth.org From: DukeMedicine Views: 68 0 ratings Time: 00:33 More in Science & Technology
Published 3 years ago
New heart pump extends life of heart failure patients
New heart pump extends life of heart failure patientsAn estimated 150000 Americans have advanced heart failure. And when standard medical therapy is no longer effective, and a near-term heart transplant is not available, implantable heart pumps often are the only other option for patients. Results of a comparative clinical study, presented by a Duke cardiologist at the American Heart Associations Scientific Sessions in November 2009, indicate that a new kind of heart pump—a continuous flow pump-- shows significant improvement in survival for ... From: DukeMedicine Views: 856 3 ratings Time: 02:43 More in Education
Published 3 years ago
Duke Adult Bone Marrow Transplant Program: Inpatient
Duke Adult Bone Marrow Transplant Program: InpatientLearn about Duke's ABMT inpatient program and what to expect. From: DukeMedicine Views: 490 0 ratings Time: 19:20 More in Science & Technology
Published 3 years ago
Core Strengthening with Duke Sports Medicine
Core Strengthening with Duke Sports MedicineYour body's core muscles are essential for a strong and healthy body. Duke Sports Medicine experts show you how to improve your core strength with an exercise called table top. For more information visit www.dukehealth.org From: DukeMedicine Views: 2212 6 ratings Time: 02:39 More in Sports
Published 3 years ago
Hamstring Stretching with Duke Sports Medicine
Hamstring Stretching with Duke Sports MedicineMany people incorrectly stretch their hamstrings. Learn how to properly stretch your hamstrings with tips from the experts at Duke Sports Medicine. For more information visit www.dukehealth.org From: DukeMedicine Views: 986 4 ratings Time: 02:26 More in Sports
Published 3 years ago
Proper Running Form with Duke Sports Medicine
Proper Running Form with Duke Sports MedicinePaying attention to proper running form is crucial to preventing injury. A good exercise to help with proper running form is side-lying leg lifts. Get tips from the experts at Duke Sports Medicine. For more information visit www.dukehealth.org From: DukeMedicine Views: 1253 4 ratings Time: 02:24 More in Sports
Published 3 years ago
Duke Spine Center Preoperative Information
Duke Spine Center Preoperative InformationLearn what to expect before, during, and after surgery at Duke Spine Center. www.dukehealth.org From: DukeMedicine Views: 714 2 ratings Time: 27:07 More in Science & Technology
Published 3 years ago
Duke Eye Center: Your Vision for the Future
Duke Eye Center: Your Vision for the FutureDavid Epstein, MD, chairman of Duke Eye Center, provides an overview of ophthalmic services available at Duke. dukeeye.org From: DukeMedicine Views: 478 2 ratings Time: 02:01 More in Nonprofits & Activism
Published 3 years ago
Save Your Voice, Save Your Career
Save Your Voice, Save Your CareerExperts from Duke Voice Care Center talk about voice problems for occupational voice users such as singers and teachers. From: DukeMedicine Views: 1991 1 ratings Time: 58:40 More in Science & Technology
Published 4 years ago
Simple precautions during grilling may reduce cancer risk
Simple precautions during grilling may reduce cancer riskGrillers, take your marks! Memorial Day weekend is considered by many to be the official start of the summer grilling season. But recent research linking grilled meat and pancreatic cancer could drop the caution flag on some folks summer grilling. Experts say one reason for this cancer link is that the muscle proteins in beef, pork, chicken, even fish, can generate a cancer-causing reaction when they meet a hot grill. Denise Snyder, Duke nutrition researcher... All of these things are muscle ... From: DukeMedicine Views: 2279 6 ratings Time: 02:30 More in People & Blogs
Published 4 years ago
Transforming Medicine: Knowledge, Hope, and Healing
Transforming Medicine: Knowledge, Hope, and HealingLearn about Duke Medicine's research, patient-centered care, education of next-generation medical leaders, global outreach, and plans for the future. From: DukeMedicine Views: 1871 3 ratings Time: 17:02 More in People & Blogs
Published 4 years ago
Focal therapy for prostate cancer can preserve potency
Focal therapy for prostate cancer can preserve potencyNearly two-hundred-thousand American men are diagnosed with prostate cancer each year. And treatments like radiation and surgery often target the entire prostate, even when only part of the gland is cancerous. Aggressive treatment can result in urinary incontinence or loss of potency in some men. But Duke University Medical Center experts say a pinpointed new surgery called focal therapy is effective in targeting only the cancerous portion of the prostate, sparing surrounding healthy tissue ... From: DukeMedicine Views: 1003 0 ratings Time: 02:14 More in People & Blogs
Published 4 years ago
Added Anti-Viral Halves Duration of Hepatitis C Treatment
Added Anti-Viral Halves Duration of Hepatitis C TreatmentAbout three million Americans have chronic Hepatitis C, a liver disease thats the most common condition leading to liver transplantation in the US Although Hepatitis C is treatable, the standard 48-week therapy only cures about 40% of patients, and its side effects are notoriously brutal and very difficult for many patients to endure. But a new Duke University Medical Center study finds adding a new anti-viral drug to the standard therapy can cut the length of the treatment regimen in half ... From: DukeMedicine Views: 1717 3 ratings Time: 02:32 More in People & Blogs
Published 4 years ago
Some Students Misusing Medications While Studying
Some Students Misusing Medications While StudyingCollege students coast to coast will soon crack the books in preparation for final exams. But experts warn more college students are turning to potent attention deficit medications like Adderall and Ritalin, often without a prescription, to improve concentration during cram sessions. Researchers at Duke University Medical Center say these medications are designed to improve concentration in those with ADHD. But while some students may perceive a boost in focus during study sessions, Scott ... From: DukeMedicine Views: 1443 3 ratings Time: 02:39 More in People & Blogs
Published 4 years ago
Duke Children's Patient Story: Abron Kelly
Duke Children's Patient Story: Abron KellyAbron Kelley was diagnosed with nephronophthisis, a disease in which cysts overtake healthy tissue and destroy the kidneys. She received a kidney transplant at Duke Children's Hospital & Health Center. dukechildrens.org From: DukeMedicine Views: 904 3 ratings Time: 06:32 More in Science & Technology
Published 4 years ago
