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Ebola: Scary, but Low Risk for Durham and NC
The outbreak is serious overseas, but health officials expect little risk to the United States.
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[AUDIO] SoDu Startup Ep. 3: May 11, 2026
A quick hit of local news from Southpoint Access editor and publisher Wes Platt.
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[AUDIO] SoDu Startup Ep. 2: May 8, 2026
A quick hit of local news from Southpoint Access editor and publisher Wes Platt.
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Hantavirus Headlines are Scary, but Pandemic's an Unlikely Outcome
Experts say hantavirus is serious but spreads poorly between people, making it far less likely than flu- or COVID-style viruses to go global.
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Coca-Cola Gift: $25M for New NC Children's Behavioral Health Center
The gift is the first major private contribution announced toward a fundraising goal topping $1 billion.
Southpoint Access
From Boot Camp to Bioreactors: Julie & Bill Christiansen on MS, Biogen at RTP, and South Durham Updates
Former Marines Julie and Bill Christiansen share their multiple sclerosis journey and life at Biogen’s RTP site - 30 years strong - plus: SoDu Shopping Basket, Kinya Ramen opening next week, the Family Resource Guide, and our pledge to support the Hope Valley Elementary PTA through Dec. 31.
Health
Southpoint Event Aims to Raise Awareness About Breast Cancer
Join The Streets at Southpoint on Oct. 19 for breast cancer education, mammogram scheduling assistance, and retailer-donated giveaways - all to benefit North Carolina’s Pretty in Pink Foundation.
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[SoDu Alert] Duke Health and Aetna Reach New Agreement, Avoid Coverage Disruption
Duke Health and Aetna reached a deal Oct. 3, keeping South Durham patients in-network and avoiding disruptions to Medicare and commercial coverage.
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[SoDu Alert] Governor Addresses Vaccine Access and Storm Recovery
Each announcement includes developments that are directly relevant to residents of South Durham, particularly around vaccine access, storm aid, and local transportation priorities.
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[SoDu How-To] Protect Yourself from West Nile Virus This Summer
With warm, wet weather and peak mosquito season in full swing, here’s what you need to know – and do – to protect your family, neighbors, and pets.
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Duke, UNC Teaming for Children's Hospital
NC Children's is expected to be a 100-acre, 500-bed hospital with an outpatient care center and a behavioral health center.
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[SoDu Alert] N.C. Governor Issues Executive Order Protecting Reproductive Rights
The order directs cabinet agencies to protect medical privacy, ensure access to accurate pregnancy information, and shield healthcare providers offering lawful reproductive care from penalties under anti-abortion laws.