Get ready to get your play on this July with WakeMed and the National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA). About Park and Recreation Month Since 1985, America has celebrated July as the nation’s official Park and Recreation Month. Created by NRPA, Park and Recreation Month specifically highlights the vital and powerful role local parks and recreation, […]
With temperatures soaring into the upper 90’s – and the heat index between 100 and 105 degrees – it’s important to stay hydrated, limit your time outdoors and be aware of the signs and symptoms of heat-related illnesses. Listen to your body. If you are outside and you start to feel overheated or dizzy, stop […]
Add a splash of the tropics to your summer with these super simple & healthy tropics-inspired recipes! View a printable version of these recipes. Tropical Cucumber Salad Prep time: 15 m | Total Time: 15 m INGREDIENTS 3-5 teaspoons fish sauce 1 teaspoon freshly grated lime zest, plus more for garnish 2 tablespoons lime juice 1 […]
As families are packing up their beach bags and jump into pools, oceans, rivers and lakes this summer, many parents are concerned about a swimming risk that’s gotten a lot of recent media attention. It’s called secondary drowning (also known as dry drowning). Here at the WakeMed Children’s Emergency Department, we have seen an influx […]
Summer is a great time of year for travel, outdoor fun, cookouts and festivities. Whether you suffer from heart disease, are at risk for heart disease or just want to maintain a heart healthy lifestyle, here’s some tips from your neighborhood cardiologist, Dr. Richard Daw, who practices at the Apex and Cary offices of WakeMed […]
WakeMed was honored to be part of the Raleigh Million Step Challenge this past Spring. Hosted by Alliance Medical Ministry, Advance Community Care and WakeMed – local, pre-diabetic women were challenged to walk 1,000,000 steps over the course of 112 days. How Steps Were Tracked All patients were placed on teams and received FitBits, and […]
It’s officially summer in North Carolina – which means it’s officially tick season, too. And, unfortunately, because we had one of the mildest winters on record in 2016-2017, we’re predicted to have a peskier than normal tick problem this year. What do you do if you get bitten by a tick? Don’t panic. Family medicine […]
Each year, emergency departments in the United States treat approximately 7,000 patients for injuries caused by fireworks. Injuries from fireworks can range from burns to more serious medical problems like cuts and amputations. In severe cases, consequences from fireworks use can result in death. Protect yourself and your family by following these guidelines from the National Fire […]
Legs take center stage in the summer when we tend to show more skin and get out and be more active. This summer, make sure your legs are healthy and in good shape with the following tips from our expert physicians right here in Apex/Cary. Our team can help get you moving or address any […]
With warm weather here to stay and a holiday weekend around the corner, it’s time to fire up the grill and enjoy a meal outside with friends and family (a must-read: July 4th Heart Healthy Meals). But before you lay out your picnic blanket, keep in mind that bacteria also love warm weather. Don’t let […]
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