The number one reason patients visit our Emergency Departments during winter storms is due to injury from falls. While we want you to enjoy your snow day, we also want you to be safe! Injuries from falling are not only common when we have winter weather – they’re the top reason people seek treatment from […]
The WakeMed’s annual Farmers Market returns to the Raleigh Campus bringing with it a wide selection of fresh, locally-grown produce, cooking demonstrations, health education, crafts, and more. More importantly, the Farmer’s Market operates under a ‘for the community, by the community’ mentality, serving as a way to bring together members of the local community while encouraging […]
In the Triangle, we see our fair share of severe weather, including the occasional tornado watch or warning. But do you know the difference between a tornado watch versus a tornado warning? Below, we offer some helpful tips to keep you and your loved ones safe the next time severe weather hits. Tornado Watch: Be Prepared! Translation: Tornadoes […]
While it’s been a unique and challenging year for all of us as we continue to manage the COVID-19 pandemic, the good news is that we’re seeing very few patients with severe cases and for those we do see, advances and discoveries in treatment have come a long way since the spring. As always, the […]
Each year, the WakeMed Foundation’s Community Campaign offers an opportunity to support hospital programs and services. We sat down with Will Barfield, a local leader and Chair of the Community Campaign, to talk about why serving WakeMed and the community is important to him. Talking to other people about supporting WakeMed is easy for me because I […]
One in 10 cardiovascular deaths worldwide has been attributed to consuming too much sodium. High sodium intake is associated with high blood pressure, kidney damage, and weight gain. Where do Americans get their sodium from? According the American Heart Association, on average, Americans consume 3,440 mg of sodium per day. Only a small amount of total […]
Did you know that your diet and lifestyle can not only affect your personal health, but it can also have a huge impact on community health and the health of our planet? As we witness extreme weather and heat waves, worsening air pollution and the spread of insect-borne disease, it is clearly evident that climate […]
Planning a trip to the grocery store this weekend? Pump up your heart health by choosing foods that are low in sodium. Reducing Your Sodium Intake Nearly ninety percent of Americans consume too much sodium. If you are trying to reduce your salt intake here are some tips to help guide you when grocery shopping: […]
Health Benefits of Taking a Quick Break Taking five-minute breaks from sitting at your desk, especially if you work on a computer, can have several benefits: #1 – It helps your concentration. Short breaks can help increase your concentration, alertness, and work speed. #2 – It can lower stress and reduce accidents. Breaks can help […]
Home is where the heart is, and it’s also where good heart health begins. In this article, we suggest various ways to be more heart-healthy at home. Did You Know? Roughly 60-70% of the human body is made up of water. Not getting enough water can lead to headaches, lack of energy, and disruptions in […]
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