Thinking about having a baby? Starting or expanding your family is a big decision. There are so many things to consider. So, where do you start? During this FREE health seminar, hear from our expert physicians in the field of pregnancy and child birth, and learn more about preconception planning, prenatal health, fertility, diet and […]
A patient once asked me if she could eat a piece of chocolate every day while she was pregnant. At about 75 calories each for a Lindt chocolate truffle, well, technically she could. The key to a healthy pregnancy is exercise and nutritious eating… there’s no surprise there. But there is also a third factor to consider […]
Celiac disease is an autoimmune disorder that can occur in genetically predisposed people where the ingestion of gluten leads to damage in the small intestine. When people with celiac disease eat gluten (a protein found in wheat, rye and barley), their body mounts an immune response that attacks the small intestine. These attacks lead to […]
Ladies – you’re busy. Growing kids, aging parents, not to mention work, inside the home and out. But where do YOU fall on that priority list? You need to take a little time to focus on your own health and well-being. As we age, our bodies change, and we can face different health challenges. No […]
WakeMed is partnering with the Celiac Disease Foundation to start a new local support group at Cary Hospital. In fact, our first meeting is Tuesday, March 17 from 6 to 8 pm. This is great news for people in our area who must follow a gluten-free diet. Why a support group for celiac disease? […]
Rock ‘n’ Roll Marathoners, help us help you run your very best race by consulting these resources. Marathon Preparation – Advice on hydration, eating and what to wear before, during and after the race Do Shoes Make a Difference for Athletics? Don’t Forgo the Stretch – To stretch or not to stretch. The answers vary depending […]
Many people have never heard the term “genetic counseling.” Some people have heard about genetic counseling and associate it with hearing bad or scary news. In reality, genetic counseling is about conversation, education, guidance and support. It is about helping a woman feel empowered when it comes to her pregnancy and her health, as well […]
Congratulations Cheryl Palmer for being recognized as the February 2015 DAISY Award Recipient! 4 month old Braylen’s Mom wrote this about you: “The professionalism and compassion that she showed all of our family was a huge blessing. The care she shared with us in teaching us how to take care of a premature infant was […]
Our North Carolina Central University dietetic intern, Akiia Robertson James helped us highlight black Americans who made significant contributions to the culinary and food service industries during Black History Month. The project included a bio wall, featuring 14 black Americans prominently displayed in the cafeteria as well as meal specials.
There is no time like the present to reflect lessons learned from frigid temperatures and winter weather. Our emergency physicians have treated more than 240 patients with winter weather-related injuries – including falls, motor vehicle accidents, sledding accidents and traumas – since Feb. 16. By and large, falls are the number one injury we see […]
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