Power outages can happen at any time throughout the year – whether you’re dealing with winter weather that’s iced down power lines, or you’re contending with tropical storm weather during hurricane season. Regardless of the season, if you think there’s a chance that the power could go out, it’s a good idea to be proactive. […]
By and large, falls are the number one injury we see in our Emergency Departments during winter weather. Never underestimate the impact of winter weather, and please take special precautions to ensure your and your family’s health and safety. 3 Winter Safety Tips to Follow The following are some helpful tips to keep in mind whenever there […]
Can you guess the number one reason patients visit our Emergency Departments during significant winter storms? If you guessed, injury from falls, you are correct! Injuries from falls are a major hazard during winter weather events. In fact, injury from a fall is the number one reason for seeking treatment in our Emergency Departments during […]
When it comes to winter weather, it’s best to be proactive. Regardless of what the weather predictions are, never underestimate or dismiss winter weather advisories, warnings, or watches. Take it seriously! By having all of the supplies and items you need ahead of time, you’ll be ready no matter what the weather has in store. […]
Big plans for the holidays, but a cold, flu, or stomach virus got you down? Find out when it is safe to join the party, and if you just can’t stay away, find out how to reduce your chances of sharing your illness with others. Flu & Cold Symptoms: Runny or Stuffy Nose Sore Throat Congestion […]
We are excited to share with you the many accomplishments the Volunteer Services Department and The Volunteers at WakeMed Health & Hospitals have had this past fiscal year. During the past year, The volunteers have contributed more than 125,206 hours of their time, as well as their talents and financial support to augment the services […]
One of the primary goals of asthma management is to ensure that all children with a diagnosis of asthma are able to lead a normal healthy life. A child with well controlled asthma should be able to sleep through the night without coughing or wheezing, should not miss school due to frequent asthma flares, and […]
Most parents would do anything and everything to protect their children from potentially dangerous situations. However, many parents overlook one of the biggest threats to their child’s safety: their home. Looking around your home right now, how childproof do you think it is? Below, we visit some common areas in and around your home, exposing some […]
Hand, Foot, and Mouth disease (HFMD) is a fairly common viral infection that affects children under the age of five. However, in rare cases, it can also occur in adults. What causes HFMD? HFMD is caused by an infection associated with certain types of Enteroviruses. Is there a certain age group that is affected by HFMD? […]
This is a question all Certified Nurse Midwives (CNMs) get asked quite frequently. Certified nurse midwives are the most common midwife practicing in the U.S. providing healthcare to women of all ages. While midwives have been arguably present since the dawn of time, the modern day CNM began practicing in the U.S. in the 1920s. […]
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