The Washington Post recently published an article that provides suggestions on how to use technology to get or stay healthier in 2012. Some solutions are as simple as a Smartphone app and some are as complicated as genomic analysis. Either way, it is an interesting read and may offer some easy ideas to help 2012 be […]
Mark your calendars, because WakeMed will soon be celebrating the opening of our sixth emergency department, WakeMed Brier Creek Healthplex. Conveniently located near the border of Durham and Wake counties, WakeMed Brier Creek Healthplex offers outpatient health care services for the entire family. The facility houses a 24/7, full-service emergency department, comprehensive imaging services and […]
Occasionally on this blog we advertise events organized by healthcare providers and law enforcement agencies to “take back” unwanted prescription medications. These events are great but unfortunately are only held a couple of times per year. Substance abuse and accidental overdose is a problem in North Carolina. According to a News & Observer story […]
This time of year, our traditions and celebrations are often centered around eating. Here are some realistic ideas to keep you and your family healthy, active and happy this holiday season. HEALTHY HOLIDAY MEALS • Enjoy your favorite dishes – just do it in moderation! Only 1 scoop/serving of the high calorie foods. • Fill at least […]
Join us for a fun-filled afternoon with Ira David Wood III as he reads from and signs his newly released book, Confessions of an Elf. Confessions Of An Elf is a tell-all book written by one of Santa’s own North Pole elves. In fact, the revered and very strict Elfin Code of Silence had to […]
On December 16th, WakeMed Cary Hospital will celebrate its 20th anniversary. On that first day of service, ten patients were treated in the Emergency Department and one patient was admitted into the hospital. Upon opening, Western Wake Medical Center, which is today WakeMed Cary Hospital, featured 80 inpatient beds, eight intensive-care beds, six operating rooms, […]
As 2011 comes to end, so does the North Carolina No-Diet Diet blog series. If you’ve been following us throughout the year, I hope you’ve enjoyed all the healthy, seasonal recipes featuring local ingredients from your farmer’s markets and growers. To wrap up a year of locally inspired, nutritious dishes are recipes from WakeMed’s Heart […]
Recently, UNC Health Care released a study examining whether or not parents of overweight children remember being told by their doctor that their child was overweight. Not surprisingly, only 25 percent of parents remember having this conversation with their doctor. There are many reasons why parents may not remember this conversation with their doctor. 1. […]
Approximately 50 percent of all toy purchases in the United States occur between the Friday after Thanksgiving and Christmas. Despite increase in safety however, Safe Kids Wake County urges parents to remain cautious. Top five tips for making sure children’s toys are safe during this holiday season: Before shopping for toys, consider the child’s age, […]
The value of breast milk and breastfeeding is finally being realized in the United States. But, there are some moms who are unable to produce milk of their own for their infants. Many times these infants are preemies who really need breast milk to grow and thrive. The lack of donations and increased need is […]
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