Celebrate heart month with these heart-healthy recipe ideas from Chef Rob! View a printable version of these recipes. Stir Fry Chicken & Veggies Prep Time: 10 m | Total Time: 25 m INGREDIENTS 2 tablespoons olive oil (or oil of choice) 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into ½-inch-thick slices 2 cups broccoli florets […]
January is Cervical Cancer Awareness Month!
With the institution of screening pap smears, the incidence of and mortality from cervical cancer has decreased worldwide. Routine screening guidelines for both abnormalities of the cervical cells and HPV (Human Papilloma Virus) have undergone some change in the last several years. Most women do not need a pap smear every year. Depending on your […]
Recipe Corner: Warm Winter Vegetable Carrot & Thyme Soup
We know that antioxidants in plants can help improve our immune system. When making soups, include a variety of colored veggies, dark greens, such as kale or spinach, and a mix of herbs. For parents of picky kids, puree vegetables for a smoother texture that won’t look like any one specific vegetable. You can use […]
Benefits of Having a Humidifier in the Colder, Winter Months
Can humidifiers really provide relief from the dry, winter weather? Dr. Eugene Leung recently sat down to answer a few Q&As about the benefits of having a humidifier. Do humidifiers help prevent the spread of germs/airborne viruses, like the flu? YES. When set at the right levels, humidifiers have been shown to decrease how transmissible […]
Winter Weather Injury Statistics
Old Man Winter’s visit to the Triangle made for a busy few days at WakeMed’s seven emergency departments. A winter wonderland is beautiful, but it’s often icy and dicey when we start to venture out. WakeMed Emergency Departments treated approximately 70 patients with winter weather-related injuries. Here is a breakdown of winter weather injuries from January 17-18: […]
Stuck Inside on a Snow Day? Try These Fun Activities!
#1 – Set up an indoor hopscotch grid using masking tape. Make this game with masking/painters tape, paper cutouts, or try it with cardboard cutouts. #2 – Make greeting cards for loved ones like grandparents. Here are some crafty card ideas to help you get started. #3 – Create a touch-and-feel box. Do this by […]
WakeMed ‘Take 5’ with Yanni Maris
Sometimes, not saying anything and just being there is the right thing to do that can make someone feel cared for, loved and not alone. Recently, I had a patient who was very sick and had been hospitalized for almost a month, yet the treatment team still could not find the right explanation for her […]
Protect Yourself From the Flu!
Since October 1, 2017, WakeMed has had 360 positive flu tests, with 208 of those occurring within the last 10 days. (updated 1/11/18) Currently, WakeMed is seeing more adults than kids being admitted with flu. That said, it is important to remember that the flu is contagious a full day before symptoms occur. Often, rapid […]
Recipe Corner: Easy Meals In a Mug
Who would’ve thought that you could make a meal in a mug! These recipes are ridiculously easy and take just a few minutes to make. View a printable version of these recipes. 2 Minute Omelette in a Mug Prep Time: 3 m | Total Time: 4 m INGREDIENTS 2 to 3 eggs 1 Tbsp of […]
Winter Slips & Falls? We’ve Got You Covered
During the winter, it is not uncommon for us to see an increase in the number of slips, trips and falls due to inclement weather. The following are some quick tips to help you avoid injury when winter weather strikes. Wear shoes that have decent traction on the bottom. Keep walkways clear of snow/ice/debris. Avoid […]
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