Fellow citizens of Wake County, as you may be aware three competing hospital systems have submitted applications to develop 101 new beds. These competing applications were submitted by Rex Healthcare, Novant Health and WakeMed. Rex proposes to add 11 new beds and a cardiovascular-focused heart tower to its Raleigh Campus as well as build community […]
When you think of a state-owned hospital, what comes to mind? For most, it is probably mission – a mission to serve the citizens of our state regardless of the ability to pay. It is likely a vision of a hospital that adds specialties and services in response to community need, and it is a […]
A few weeks ago I was approached by a teacher at an elementary school whose student been coughing for weeks and had been tested for whooping cough. She was concerned about the other students in the class being exposed to whooping cough, but was quite surprised when I explained that she and her teaching assistant […]
Several fires in eastern and southeastern North Carolina are producing hazy conditions and smoky odors across the Triangle today, according to www.WRAL.com. As a result, the N.C. Division of Air Quality has issued a Code Orange Health Notice for Ozone for central North Carolina until 9 pm today. People in sensitive groups – young children, […]
Forecast for the next three months: hot, humid, with a chance of thunderstorms. Summer thunderstorms are not something to be taken lightly – especially in North Carolina where thunderstorms bring danger in the form of lightning, high winds, falling trees and occasional tornadoes. In fact, North Carolina has the second highest number of lightning strikes […]
It seems that there’s an app for everything these days – from personal finance to dieting, directions, games, you name it. Well now, there is even an app available to coaches, athletic trainers and parents who have players on the field to rule out concussion. A concussion can be very serious, resulting in permanent brain […]
It is a parent’s job to make sure the home environment is as safe as possible, but unfortunately every year more than 2,000 children die in unintentional injuries in the home. Safety devices like smoke alarms and window guards are important, but active supervision by an adult is also key to making sure children stay […]
WakeMed submitted two Certificate of Need (CON) applications on April 15th to add new inpatient beds to the Raleigh Campus (79 beds) and Cary Hospital (22 beds). This CON evaluation process includes a public hearing where all of the hospital applicants have 15 minutes to present their case followed by comments from the community. And, […]
Right about now, our markets and farm stands are overflowing with late spring fruits and veggies. While our farmers make room for early summer crops, let’s take a look at what’s available now. Oh where to begin! From blueberries, blackberries, strawberries and melons to beans, leafy greens, squash, and early corn, even the pickiest of […]
The U.S. Department of Agriculture recently introduced the plate-shaped icon, replacing the pyramid. Which is better? The answer is they are both great simplistic guides from the government to help you make healthy food choices. But, it is important to note that a visual graphic is just a start. Consumers who are interested in eating […]
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