We’re starting to plan for our WakeMed Raleigh Campus Farmers Market season, and we are currently recruiting new vendors. Our market has a lot going for it and offers a unique opportunity for vendors selling a variety of produce, baked goods and hand-made items. What makes the WakeMed Farmers Market special? #1 – It’s locally […]
What’s New & Next at WakeMed Cary Hospital
Hello, my name is Tom Gough and I’m WakeMed’s Senior Vice President & Administrator of Community Hospitals. That means I have the incredible opportunity to work with and for the community to make sure Cary Hospital is the best place in the region to meet the growing healthcare needs of you and your neighbors. Like […]
Fighting the Flu – Do You Know What to Do?
Flu season has really ramped up here in the Triangle. In fact, WakeMed alone has seen more than 1,600 cases this season, and the number of cases has increased each week so far in January. As compared to last year at this time, our number of flue cases so far this year has been nearly four […]
Starting Fresh (and Healthier) in the New Year
It’s that time again. Many of us have spent several weeks being out of our normal routine, navigating too much food, stress, and travel while not getting enough sleep. “Detoxing” from the Holidays The holidays are a wonderful time of the year, but they can often leave us physically and emotionally drained. It’s only natural […]
Your Nutritional Year in Review
What a year it’s been! If you follow health news, your head is probably spinning with hidden dangers and surprising benefits of many foods. It’s hard to keep track of it all. Is butter terrible or healthy now? What about eggs? Should I toss out my coconut oil or put it in my coffee? Should […]
Bariatrics Corner: Are New Year’s Resolutions Really a Good Idea?
Most of us do it every year. We resolve to change our health and lifestyle starting January 1. Then, over the course of the year, our exciting goals and big plans fall by the wayside in a wave of frustration. So we may question if setting a New Year’s resolution really is worth it. The […]
Why I Give: Marco Rodriguez
Each year, the WakeMed Foundation’s Community Campaign offers an opportunity to support hospital programs and services. We sat down with Marco Rodriguez, a local leader and Foundation supporter, to talk about why he gives back to the people and places that make this community great. I’m originally from Venezuela. I lived in Oklahoma for 13 […]
Living With Heart Failure During the Holidays
Several years ago, a study published in the Clinical Research in Cardiology journal reported that hospitalizations for heart failure patients tend to spike just after the holidays. Experts presume some unhealthy holiday habits – like eating high-salt foods, lack of exercise and the stress associated with travel may contribute to these numbers. Here at WakeMed, […]
Healthy Pregnancies: Give Your Baby a Head Start
Pregnancy can be both exciting and scary, especially if it’s your first child. But there are things you can start doing today to keep your baby healthy and make your pregnancy easier. The first step is to schedule a visit with your doctor, if you haven’t already. There will be a lot more of these […]
A Better Patient Experience for C-Section Deliveries
Recovering from surgery is tough on anyone, but for a mom who’s trying to care for a brand-new baby – it’s a more challenging scenario than most. Plus, managing pain after a surgical procedure often involves the use of narcotics – which isn’t an ideal situation for a breastfeeding mom or a newborn baby. That’s […]
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