Measles has in effect been eliminated from the United States due to widespread vaccination. However, there are still occasional outbreaks that occur when an unvaccinated person travels to a foreign country where the disease is still prevalent. According to the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services Division of Public Health, seven cases of […]
Category: Community Health & Wellness
FREE Health Screenings & Health Information
Coming to your community – FREE first come, first serve health screenings & health information including: • Total Cholesterol with HDL (no fasting required) • Bone Density Test (non-invasive test to assess osteoporosis risk) • Blood Pressure Checks • Ask the Physical Therapist • Peripheral Vascular Screenings (provided by Carolina Cardiology – an April 16th […]
Diabetes Alert Day – Discover Your Risk
I know Diabetes Alert Day is not one most people mark on their calendar as being remarkable, but as a diabetes educator and long-time nurse, I would like to encourage more people to pay attention to their risk of developing diabetes. Most people can live for years without ever knowing they have diabetes because human bodies […]
Spring Into Exercise Safely & Get a Free Physical Therapy Screen
As temperatures rise, so does the impulse to get outside and exercise. As a result, spring is the time of year when orthopaedists see more patients. Here are some tips to help avoid getting sidelined as warm weather begins: Stretching: Your muscles, bones and joints may not be ready to take on the increased stress […]
Ear Oil for Ear Infections
I am often asked by parents if ear oil can help prevent ear infections. The answer is no. Ear oil can be used to moisturize the ear and to help excess wax slide its way out. Ear oil is a safe and effective moisturizer and wax softener. For those of us with dry, flaky, or […]
Preparing to Spring Ahead
Twice a year almost everyone in the United States is subject to adjusting their schedule by an hour once in the spring and once in the fall. Usually, a time change of just an hour is not enough to cause a big problem. The best strategy to adjust quickly is to accept the time change […]
Norovirus Prevention: Hand Sanitizing Gel Does Not Work
Norovirus is once again running rampant in our community. This highly contagious gastrointestinal illness can infect someone who ingests only 10 particles of virus – this is smaller than the head of a pin – and is significantly fewer virus particles than it takes to get sick from many other illnesses. For example, it usually […]
Learn CPR in Class or at Home
Registration just opened for WakeMed-sponsored CPR trainings* being offered during the month of March. Why learn CPR? CPR is an important skill to master for the health of your loved ones because most heart attacks occur at home. Studies have proven survival rates markedly increase for heart attack victims who have prompt CPR. This is […]
Building Immunity Through Diet
You’ve heard it time and time again. Eat a balanced diet rich with fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and lean protein to stay healthy. This is of utmost importance during cold and flu season to keep your immune system working at its prime. Many people believe to build immunity that you should consume more antioxidants. It […]
Happy Valentine’s Day from WakeMed Heart Center
Valentine’s Day is a good time to remind those you care about how much they really mean to you. At the WakeMed Heart Center, we would like to take this opportunity to do the same. To the patients and families we have cared for over the past 50+ years, please accept our heartfelt appreciation. The […]
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