N.C. State basketball players visited the Children’s Hospital recently. Watch this video to see their experience. Go Pack!
Category: WakeMed News
Knees, Wrists & Ankles Beware – Ski Season is Here
Winter is in full swing, and ski season is officially here. It’s the time of year when we see a rash of knee injuries, especially sprains and tears of the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL). Skiing puts a lot of stress on the ACL. This relates to the design of the ski boot, particularly the way […]
Thank You WakeMed Caregivers for Working through the Snow
Thank you to all of the doctors, nurses, caregivers and hospital administrators who worked throughout the snowstorm to ensure our patients received consistent, high quality care. As a result of the dicey weather, many of our employees elected to spend the night or work extra hours to keep things moving smoothly and safely at WakeMed. […]
Weather Alert: WakeMed Delays & Closings
Some WakeMed locations will be closing early and opening late due to inclement weather and icy road conditions. Please note that we will continue to update this posting as the closings and delays are added or altered. Thursday, Jan. 30: Closing at 7 pm Accent Urgent Care – Raleigh & Cary locations Note: WakeMed emergency […]
In Labor and Snowed In?! Our Best Advice to You
Going into labor is both exciting and scary – your biggest focus is ensuring the birth of a healthy baby, but there are so many unknowns. What can add more stress to the process? Bad weather. Going into labor during a snowstorm can certainly prove challenging. But if it should happen, here is our best […]
What Men Should Know about Low Testosterone
For men over the age of 45, low testosterone is a fairly common problem. In fact, around 40 percent of men in this age group have low testosterone. Often, it explains why they are experiencing low energy and an overall lack of “mojo.” Other symptoms include a decrease in libido, muscle mass, erections and exercise stamina, as well […]
Weather Alert: WakeMed Delays & Closings
Winter weather is forecasted for the Triangle area. As a result, some WakeMed locations will be closing early this evening and opening late due to expected inclement weather. Please note that we will continue to update this posting as the closing/delays are added or altered. Tuesday, January 21 Closing at 6 pm Accent Urgent Care […]
Helping Cardiac Patients Avoid Hospitalization
We are proud to be one of only 11 hospitals selected by the American College of Cardiology to start a program that will help keep heart failure and heart attack patients well and out of the hospital. This week, we kicked-off that new program. The Patient Navigator Program will provide cardiac patients with personalized support after discharge […]
Snoring & Sleep Apnea – Treatment is Key
Research shows that 45 to 50 percent of normal adults – about 40 million – snore. Snoring can not only be a nuisance to those who sleep with or near you, but it can negatively impact your quality of life due to interrupted or lost sleep. Habitual snorers, or those whose snoring is getting worse […]
Is My Child’s Weight Problem Due to an Endocrine Issue?
Every week in the WakeMed Children’s Endocrinology & Diabetes clinic, more than half of our referrals are for weight concerns. Physicians, parents and patients themselves are seeking our expertise to rule out an endocrine problem that could be contributing to increased weight. We can tell right away if a patient’s overweight is from an endocrine […]
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