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Aetna Contract Negotiation

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Surgery for Detached Retina Restores Vision for Tennessee Man

In October 2024, severe changes in vision sent Don Johnson, 70, to the Duke Eye Center, where he was diagnosed with a detached retina. Following a surgical procedure called a vitrectomy, his vision is back to n... Show More ormal. “I've been really impressed with Duke,” Johnson said. Show Less
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Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease in Children and Adults: Common Questions Answered

Hand, foot, and mouth disease (HFMD) is a common virus in children under seven, but adults can get it too. Below, Duke Health pediatrician Joel F. Vaughan, MD answers your questions about this contagious virus,... Show More including how to identify it, how to care for it at home, and when to see a doctor. Show Less