NC Hospitals Tighten Visitor Policies Amid Surge in Respiratory Illnesses and Flu Cases
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Duke University Health System will temporarily limit hospital visitors starting January 6, 2026, due to a rise in respiratory illnesses like influenza, RSV, and COVID-19, implementing measures such as limiting visitors to two per patient and requiring masks, with reviews planned based on illness trends.
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