WakeMed submitted two Certificate of Need (CON) applications on April 15th to add new inpatient beds to the Raleigh Campus (79 beds) and Cary Hospital (22 beds). This CON evaluation process includes a public hearing where all of the hospital applicants have 15 minutes to present their case followed by comments from the community. And, […]
If the outside temperature is 101 degrees, then inside a car the temperature can reach a scorching 140 degrees. Exposure to this high temperature for any length of time can cause serious, irreversible brain injuries, multi-organ failure and even fatalities. It may be hard to believe, but according to Safe Kids USA, almost 50 children […]
Support WakeMed Children’s and have fun evenings under the stars watching movies at Cary’s Koka Booth Amphitheater this summer. 2011 Movies by Moonlight Schedule May 26th – The Social Network (PG-13) June 2nd – The Proposal (PG-13) June 9th – Eat, Pray, Love (PG-13) June 16th – Despicable Me (PG-13) June 30th – Father of […]
On May 11, WakeMed offered to purchase Rex Healthcare from the University of North Carolina. We made this offer to purchase in the best interest of the community, the patients we serve and the state. A combined WakeMed/Rex system has the potential to enhance continuity of care, keep resources local, keep patients closer to home, […]
WakeMed Raleigh Campus employees, celebrated on Friday, May 13 in a great parking deck party complete with hot dogs, hamburgers and the electric slide. WakeMed North Healthplex employees celebrated with a cook-out and games galore.
This weekend many pools around our area opened for the season. Although its too cold for most parents, kids are jumping into the pool regardless of the temperature. Atthe start of every swim season, it is important to remind children young and old about how important it is to swim safe. Did you know? Drowning […]
WakeMed Health & Hospitals today submitted an official offer to purchase Rex Healthcare (Rex) from the UNC system. The offer, which has been under development by WakeMed for several months, was authorized by a unanimous vote of the WakeMed Board of Directors on May 3, 2011. An offer letter from Board Chair Billie Redmond and […]
WakeMed President & CEO Dr. Bill Atkinson cordially invites volunteers past and present to join him in honoring the oustanding contributions of The Volunteers at WakeMed Raleigh Campus and The Volunteers at WakeMed Cary Hospital throughout the history of our health system. Tuesday, May 24 11:30 to 1:30 pm North Ridge Country Club 6612 […]
Spring has sprung and there are many fun events planned in next few weeks in and around Raleigh. So, if you have some free time and are looking for great family friendly events, here are a few worth checking into this weekend: WakeMed is the title sponsor of the Apex PeakFest. Come join us from […]
WakeMed Discontinuing Pacifier Availability and Formula Sample Distribution on Mother’s Day This Mother’s Day, Sunday, WakeMed Women’s Pavilion & Birthplaces – Raleigh and Cary are taking major steps to become a Baby Friendly hospital as defined by the World Health Organization (WHO) and the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF). WakeMed is the first hospital in […]
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