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There is an age-old practice that's having a moment. We're talking about saunas. Enthusiasts cite a range of health benefits, as well as the bonding experience of sweating it out together. So what ...

“Our findings highlight the need for further investigation into ETI’s role in bone health among pwCF [people with cystic fibrosis] and the need for ongoing attention to CFBD [cystic fibrosis bone ...

Three health systems have raised their minimum wage in 2026 as part of broader workplace investments. The moves come as health system leaders intensify their focus on retention and engagement.

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Duke is raising its minimum wage to $20 per hour. (Scott Sharpe/ssharpe@newsobserver.com) Duke University announced Wednesday that ...

Duke will raise its minimum wage to $20 per hour for staff and contractors. The increase affects more than 13,000 employees, mostly in Durham and Wake counties. Wage rise follows a more-than-50% ...

Higher levels of direct care staffing in nursing homes improve resident outcomes, yet concerns persist that minimum staffing mandates could strain facility finances or lead to closures. Using ...