Bad habits are like a comfortable bed: easy to get into but hard to get out of; and at work, it’s easy to slip into poor food choices… …a sales rep stops by with doughnuts for the entire office… …you celebrate a co-worker’s birthday with cupcakes… …you attend a catered business event, etc… About National […]
Wake County residents are urged to attend a meeting next month to help set the top health priorities for their local communities over the next three years. On Tuesday, March 8, residents will review the results of public outreach efforts conducted last year through the Community Health Needs Assessment (CHNA). Then, citizens will prioritize the […]
Injured knee, sprained ankle, or possible broken bone? Where is the best place to get the care you need? Here’s a quick guide to help you figure out where to go in the event of an orthopaedic injury. Knowing where to go can save you significant time and money. When Should I Choose Urgent Care […]
Join WakeMed Children’s Hospital as we partner with Marbles Kids Museum tomorrow, February 13th for I Heart to Play Day! About I Heart to Play Day Bring your family, and explore fun ways to get your heart pumping this Valentine’s Day weekend. Join in on a jump rope jam and dynamic dance party, and figure […]
Knowledge is power – especially when it comes to heart disease. It’s this knowledge that can help save the life of your mother, daughter, sister, grandmother – or other important female in your life. You Can Help Prevent Heart Disease in Women Help us spread awareness about women’s heart health by empowering women to become […]
Your thyroid may be tiny, but it plays a BIG role in your overall health! National Thyroid Awareness month shines a light on thyroid awareness and the significant role that this gland plays in all of our lives. So, how do can you tell if your child has a problem with his/her thyroid? Thyroid Disorders […]
We get this question frequently from mothers who have had one or more c-sections and would prefer a vaginal birth with a subsequent pregnancy. We asked Seth Brody, OB/GYN and executive medical director for women’s services at WakeMed, to provide some guidance for expectant mothers on this question. Here is his answer: “In general, we […]
When most people think about hydration and dehydration, they think of the hot, humid summer months. However, it’s just as important to stay hydrated in cold weather. Why? Dehydration affects your heart rate, kidney, and mental functions- and despite it being cold outside, your body still loses a considerable amount of water through sweating and […]
Winter has finally arrived in the Triangle. As Wake County’s largest health system and only Trauma Center, it is our job to help you and your family stay safe and healthy. 4 Things to Help You Prep for Winter Weather Here are four things you should do today to ensure you are ready for possible […]
The most popular New Year’s resolution is to get healthy and lose weight. Make this the year that those resolutions result in real change by following the very sensible advice of dietitians and nutrition scientists around the world. This advice is summed up in a recent News & Observer article written by WakeMed’s own Parul Kharod. […]
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