When talking about antioxidants, chances are visions of dark chocolate, juicy strawberries and pomegranate juice pop into your head. What about cinnamon or oregano? Creating meals using spices and herbs is one of the best ways to add color, taste and aroma (and antioxidants!) to foods without adding salt or fat. Antioxidants may help to […]
After a mild few weeks in May, temperatures in NC have risen to our normal sticky, summer heat and humidity. Hot and humid conditions are known to increase your body’s loss of fluids, and proper hydration will ensure that all of your body’s organs continue to function properly. With several full months of summer left […]
Written by Dr. Brian Klausner and Dr. Nerissa Price, WakeMed Center for Community Health, Innovation and Equity Prostate cancer is the most common cancer among U.S. men, outside of skin cancer, and the second most deadly. In 2020 alone, over 37,000 U.S. men died of this disease. As with too many other diseases and cancers, […]
The outside joys of spring and summer come with a dark side — or, more accurately, a red and swollen side. If over the course of the fall and winter seasons you’ve forgotten about the obligatory slathering of sunscreen and bug repellant that come along with outdoor time, mother nature will remind you soon enough. […]
On National Gun Violence Awareness Day, a moment to honor the countless victims and survivors of gun violence, I would like to reiterate my comments from Memorial Day. It is time for courage and action. We must change the status quo and make our communities safer from gun violence. This year, as has happened before, […]
With so many family get-togethers, we think it’s time to get serious about grilling safety! According to the U.S. Fire Administration, approximately 5700 grill fires take place on residential property every year, most caused by malfunctioning gas grills. Thousands of people visit emergency rooms every year due to burn injuries while barbecuing. 6 Tips to […]
There is no measuring the level of happiness and companionship that a pet can bring into a home. But with immense joy comes hidden dangers, particularly among seniors. According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), pets account for a significant percentage of falls among seniors age 65+. Kristi Blankenship, RN, the WakeMed Trauma Coordinator […]
Are you looking to speed up your recovery from illness or fuel your athletic performance? Look no further than the power of plants. Plant foods in the form of fruits, vegetables, beans, lentils, nuts, seeds and whole grains have been helping to lower cholesterol, reduce the risk for cardiovascular disease as well as lower the […]
If you’re a parent or grandparent, you may think you’re already familiar with an infant’s safe sleep environment. Recommendations have changed in recent years, so now may be a good time for a refresher. Sleep Safety Recommendations Explained Use a firm sleep surface, to include a safety-approved crib, bassinet, portable crib or play pen covered […]
According to the American Heart Association, “The facts are clear: Regular physical activity benefits people who have heart disease as well as those who don’t.” “Even 30 minutes of activity – and it doesn’t need to be high-impact aerobics – five days a week provide us with lots of benefits,” says Hailee Rich, a certified fitness […]
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