Medically reviewed by Troy Anderson, MD, WakeMed Primary Care – Wake Forest Gone are the long, lazy North Carolina summer days where the sun comes out to play, brightening the sky and keeping it warm outside. Seasonal Affective Disorder As fall turns to winter, the sun is setting a bit earlier. The cold and dark […]
Taking good care of ourselves is a critical component of longevity, but caring for others is also a rewarding and gratifying way of boosting your physical and mental health, especially as you age. Research shows that giving back to your community by volunteering two hours or more per week is a great way to stay […]
I always park in the same spot. This is due to either my love for routine and ritual OR a deep pathology around control over chaos. I suppose it’s most likely a little of both. Nevertheless, I pull into my usual spot overlooking trees and construction, take a deep breath, gather my things and walk […]
Meditation is an age-old practice that is now used globally within a broad range of applications, including health care, counseling, education, business — and in people’s daily, personal lives. There are many forms of meditation, and all of them utilize a mind-body connection and focused concentration. Anyone can practice meditation — it’s simple and only […]
It is a very special role the spiritual caregiver holds in the health care setting, providing interfaith ministry with respectful care to people of all belief systems. Over the past five decades, the WakeMed Spiritual Care team has impacted the lives of thousands of patients, family members and staff. How It Began WakeMed Spiritual Care […]
Mental health challenges are part of the human experience. Most people will go through periods of grief, sadness and fear. However, when those feelings turn into depression, anxiety, hopelessness and suicidal ideation, it’s time to seek help. Yet, many individuals, especially minorities, struggle to access the support necessary to overcome mental health issues, leaving them […]
Molly’s grandmother has always held a special place in her heart. She recalls wonderful summers spent with her grandmother, siblings and cousins shopping, eating candy and reading good books. “My grandmother was always the life of any family gathering, and she was also someone I could talk to about anything and everything.” Fast forward years […]
WakeMed’s very own Jeremy Gilmore, director of Spiritual Care, is among this year’s 40 Under 40 Leadership Awards winners. The Triangle Business Journal (TBJ) received more than 200 nominations for the 2022 awards cycle. Successes in 2021 While many patients and families count their blessings as WakeMed physicians, nurses and staff ease their pain, welcome […]
The holidays are here again! This is the time of year to enjoy the most delectable desserts and connect with the people you love. While you are feasting on gingerbread cookies, red velvet cake and that famous favorite dessert (mine is Washington State apple cake) – this is the prime time to initiate crucial conversations […]
How do you know when you are feeling stressed? If you are unsure of the answer to this question, ask close family and friends – they can probably answer this question for you! Our reactions to stress can be physical, mental or emotional. It’s important to know what our stress indicators look like, so we […]
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