Sean Gibson is manager of quality assurance for Mobile Care Services. At any accident there can be as many as four news helicopters covering the scene where WakeMed’s Air Mobile is responding to a call. WRAL’s Sky 5 is one of the most frequent helicopters covering accidents where WakeMed Air Mobile has been called to […]
Author: Heather Monackey
Sleeping Like a Baby
Today the Consumer Products Safety Commission announced another large recall of cribs due to strangulation and suffocation hazards. Please make sure you take appropriate actions as detailed on the CPSC web site if your baby is sleeping in one of these cribs. Also, make sure to follow these guidelines from Safe Kids USA for putting your baby down to […]
Don’t Just Lie By The Pool…. Swim In It
Today WakeMed pathology lab employees Duane Martz and Brian Burt dipped their rear bicycle tires in the Pacific Ocean, marking the start of their cross-country bicycle trip. For the next four weeks, the pair will trek from ocean to ocean on the ride of their lives. When asked why, Brian and Duane replied simply “because […]
Springtime Exercise for a Cause
There are also many springtime walks, runs and biking events in the Triangle. These are great opportunities to get out and get some exercise in support of great causes. Great Strides for Cystic Fibrosis Apex Community Park, Saturday, April 17, 10 am 11th Annual SPCA of Wake County K9 3K Dog Walk Moore Square – Downtown Raleigh across […]
Out & About in the Triangle
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. Dig In! A Free Event about Community Gardens – Saturday, April 17 On Saturday, April […]
Increasing Access to Primary Care
Access to primary care has been a hot-button issue in health care reform. WakeMed is pleased to announce that Monday marked opening day for Falls Pointe Medical Group, a four-physician primary care practice that greatly increased access to primary care for patients in Northern Wake County. Located in the Physician Office Pavilion at WakeMed North Healthplex, Drs. […]
Models and Pediatricians to Heat Up the Runway
Join Models for Charity and leading pediatricians this Thursday evening at Saks in Triangle Town Center for a fashion show, wine, hors d’oeuvres and a silent auction. The fashion show will feature dozens of designer looks for men and women from daytime to evening wear. Heating up the runway with the models will be some […]
Don’t Delay Nominate Your Favorite Nurse Today
Nursing. It is such an important job. And anyone who has ever been admitted to a hospital or been to a doctor’s office knows that nurses that provide quality care and compassion are invaluable. But, like teaching, nursing is often a thankless job. Let your favorite nurse know how much they mean to you by […]
Asthmatics Breathe a Little Easier
Families with asthmatic children and / or adults are invited to attend and learn how to “Take Control” of their asthma. There will be numerous educational displays with opportunities to interact with asthma educators, pharmacists and much more. Seminars on relevant asthma and allergy topics will be presented in both in English and Spanish. Door […]
Take Care of Your Heart Winning Recipe
WRAL.com and WakeMed partnered to host a “take care of your heart” recipe contest using local ingredients. Here Brian Shrader and Lisa Prince demonstrate the winning tabouleh recipe. Yum.
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