In North Carolina, 1 out of every 5 children is at risk of hunger. Hungry children face immense challenges at school: it is hard to focus on an empty stomach, and they are more likely to repeat a grade or suffer health problems. With the school year fast approaching, the Wake Med Farmers Market is […]
Tara, a fitness instructor, personal trainer and mother of three learned just as much as – if not more – than her daughter from WakeMed ENERGIZE!, and we are so pleased that she shared her experience with us. Below is Tara’s story. Have a story you’d like to share with us? Email us: info@wakemed.org and […]
Most often, people heed warnings and stay inside when North Carolina’s humid, record-breaking summer temperatures first hit. But as these temperatures settle in to stay a while, people may not be as cautious in avoiding extended exposure in the heat as they go about their daily routines. 3 Tips from WakeMed Physicians #1 – Stay […]
*source: Safe Kids NC It’s officially summer and the staggering statistics are out: Eight drowning deaths have been reported along North Carolina’s coast in the past month. The cause of six of them? Rip currents. More than 50 rip currents have been reported at North Carolina’s beaches so far in 2019. Twenty-five of them were located […]
An allergy occurs when your body’s immune system sees a certain substance as harmful. It reacts by causing an allergic reaction. Substances that cause allergic reactions are allergens. There are many types of allergies. Some allergies are seasonal and others are year-round. Some allergies may be life-long. It is important to work with your health […]
April is National Child Abuse Prevention Month. This month and throughout the year, WakeMed encourages all individuals and organizations to play a role in making Wake County, NC a better place for children and families. By ensuring that parents have the knowledge, skills, and resources they need to care for their children, we can help prevent child […]
*Originally printed in our Families First Magazine. Despite research that shows playtime is important for young minds, many children are spending all day in front of the TV or using digital devices instead of learning about the world from free play. That also means that many children aren’t reading books, which should be a part of every child’s daily […]
Easter is on its way, but you can avoid a sugar overload by filling your kids’ Easter baskets with plenty of non-sweet treats. From baby to big kid, we’ve rounded up fun finds for children of all ages. Here are a few ideas: Time for an Egg Hunt! If you’re hosting an egg hunt, consider […]
Spring is HERE, and if you’re an outdoorsy person, then your bones are vibrating with excitement to get out there -the sun on your face, the wind in your hair, the trail at your feet. Oh SNAP! Umm, kids—you have those now, and you absolutely want them to experience these outdoor adventures that you love […]
Death. This topic is never something easy to talk about openly, and it seems to become even more taboo when speaking about children dying. As a certified Child Life Specialist at WakeMed Children’s I am thrown into that topic, and in fact, it’s part of my job to go through it with patients and families. Who […]
