*The following information was obtained from the Red Cross. Although you hope you’ll never use cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) for a child or infant, it’s important to know the steps so that you can help in the event of a cardiac or breathing emergency. Learn to save a life with hands only CPR. Before Giving Child […]
Facts About Congenital Heart Disease (CHD) Congenital heart disease is the MOST common birth defect affecting 1 in 100 babies born in the United States. Of those affected, approximately 1 in 4 infants have critical congenital heart disease (heart defects requiring cardiac surgery within the first year of life). About 25% of infants with CHD […]
#1 – Set up an indoor hopscotch grid using masking tape. Make this game with masking/painters tape, paper cutouts, or try it with cardboard cutouts. #2 – Make greeting cards for loved ones like grandparents. Here are some crafty card ideas to help you get started. #3 – Create a touch-and-feel box. Do this by […]
We have an epidemic of diabetes in the United States and worldwide. Take a look at some of these staggering statistics from just this year: Out of 30.3 million Americans, 9.4% of the population has diabetes. Out of 84 million people, 33.9% of the population, has prediabetes. A whopping 48.3% of Americans over the age […]
Shin splints are one of the most common types of injury to the leg. While it’s most commonly found among runners, it can also occur in other sports and activities that involve a lot of running, such as: basketball, track & field, and soccer. 3 Facts About Shin Splints #1 – Repetitive stress is a […]
September 27, 2016, was a day Kelly and David Divine will never forget. Their son, Stanton, was hit by a car walking home from a bible study and was being transported to WakeMed Children’s Emergency Department. Compassionate Care During a Period of Uncertainty When Kelly and David arrived, they were greeted by Tim Garner, MD, […]
Your thyroid is a butterfly-shaped gland that is located in the neck. It makes 2 hormones, T3 & T4. The thyroid hormones are made by the thyroid gland in response to another hormone called Thyroid Stimulating Hormone (TSH). TSH is made by our main hormone control center, the pituitary gland, which is located in the […]
WakeMed NICU babies are in for a special Halloween surprise, thanks to the skills of a few parents and the fundraising efforts led entirely by former WakeMed NICU mom, Amanda Walker. Below, Amanda shares her NICU story and how these loving donations are making a big impact in the lives of our tiniest patients and their […]
Halloween offers lots of spooky fun, but it also brings potential safety hazards. Here are some tips to prevent a real scare, and keep trick-or-treaters safe every step of the way. #1 – Choose kid-friendly pumpkin decor. Decorate pumpkins with kid-friendly art supplies — markers, glitter glue or paint — and leave the pumpkin carving to an adult. […]
Heading to the North Carolina State Fair this week? The following are some quick tips to keep in mind before you go. #1 – Stay home if you’re feeling ill. Don’t take sick kids to the fair. Don’t go to the fair if you’re sick. #2 – Keep your hands away from your face. Remind […]
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