This school year has been one wild ride as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. Now that you’ve likely seen how your child behaves both in-person and online, you may be wondering if your child needs to be evaluated for additional support. Tantrums, fidgeting, inattention, impulsiveness, bedtime battles — Is this normal for a child, […]
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When the Unexpected Happens, WakeMed is There — Robin Bunting’s Story
On Saturday, February 6, Robin Bunting was enjoying a trip to Raleigh, to visit her family for the day. She came to town to help her loved ones settle into a new property they recently purchased. A Sudden Fall Robin was in an outbuilding sorting items to place in the lofts, which involved going up […]
Why I Give: Alex Bean
Each year, the WakeMed Foundation’s Community Campaign offers an opportunity to support hospital programs and services. We caught up with Alex Bean, a local business leader and Community Campaign Volunteer, to talk about why serving WakeMed matters to him. Within a few years of moving to Raleigh, Alex Bean had learned about WakeMed and its work […]
Why I Give: Jim Palombaro, MD
Each year, the WakeMed Foundation’s Community Campaign offers an opportunity to support hospital programs and services. We caught up with Dr. Jim Palombaro, co-chair of the WakeMed Foundation Community Physicians Annual Campaign and President of Wake Emergency Physicians, to talk about why serving WakeMed matters to him. As an Emergency Room physician, Dr. Jim Palombaro works on […]
A Heart in the Best of Hands: A Young Molly Anderson Shares Her Open Heart Surgery Journey
At age 44, Molly Anderson was seemingly in good health. She had no risk factors for heart disease, lived an active life and was happily running her own thriving jewelry business — mollybeads. As she prepared for a jewelry trunk show in the North Carolina mountains in the fall of 2018, Molly didn’t feel quite […]
Am I Having a Gallbladder Attack?
“The pain cuts like a knife,” is a common description of the intense pain that often comes with a gallbladder attack. WakeMed Physician Practices general surgeon Dr. Ian Villanueva says the most classic symptoms he sees are ‘sharp or crampy pain under the right ribs and/or the breastbone that occurs 20 minutes or more after […]
We Believe in the Power of Food
Spinach and Strawberry Salad with Honey Dijon Vinaigrette This salad will please palates of all ages! The base of the vinaigrette is Greek yogurt which provides a creamy flavor with added nutritional benefit. Whole grain croutons pack a wonderful crunch. Simply add sustainable, lean protein to complete this entrée salad! Nutrition Spotlight Calorie for calorie, […]
Having a Baby in a Pandemic – Do or Don’t?
The decision to start or grow your family is never an easy one. Throw in the first global pandemic in nearly a century, and there’s even more to think about. If you’re pondering this decision, you’re not alone. Dr. Chantel Roedner, an OB/GYN with WakeMed Physician Practices – OB/GYN says it’s a question she’s heard […]
Toddler Safety Sweep
As your baby grows into a toddler, a lot of things change around your house. Your regular safety sweep should be one of those things. Sure, you baby proofed your home before you welcomed your little one into the world, but babies grow up. They become more interested in the world around them, and more […]
New Guidance on Mask Use for Vaccinated Americans
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control (CDC) and Prevention on Tuesday issued new guidance on mask use for fully vaccinated Americans. If you’re fully vaccinated, you may remove your mask when attending small outdoor gatherings as well as when dining outside with friends from multiple households. Unvaccinated people still need to wear a mask at […]
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