Most parents have heard of ear tubes, but unless you or a child in your family has needed them, you might not really know much about them. What exactly are they and why do some children need them? We asked Allen Marshall, MD, otolaryngologist, WakeMed Ear, Nose & Throat – Head & Neck Surgery, to […]
As health care reform progresses, wellness and prevention must be a priority. It is, and has been, one of WakeMed’s top health reform priorities, particularly as the obesity epidemic is a very real issue in Wake County. According to local research: 70% of adults living in Wake County are overweight/obese 52% of children 12-18 years […]
Several weeks ago, we posted a letter to the editor written by Dr. Keith Mankin of Raleigh Orthopaedic Clinic about scoliosis and back braces. Scoliosis was back in the news yesterday with an article about how yoga could possibly help the disorder. Dr. Mankin provided the following comments on the article. As a specialist in […]
WakeMed’s Trauma Program Director, Sylvia Scholl, shares great tips with parents for ensuring that your shopping trips are safe. Top 5 ways to avoid shopping-cart injuries: Never leave your child unattended in a shopping cart and stay close to the cart at all times. If you are placing your child in the shopping cart seat, always use a […]
Last week the News & Observer published a syndicated story about a study reviewing the effectiveness of back braces for treating scoliosis. Integrated Scoliosis Surgery Programs WakeMed features one of the most integrated scoliosis surgery programs in the state if not the country, where patients have access to a rehab program, pre and post op education […]
On Wednesday, December 2 Hi-5 Restaurant will host its annual Memories for Marcus fundraiser. Make a $20 donation or bring in a new unwrapped toy, and you will receive a delicious buffet meal courtesy of Hi-5. Proceeds will benefit WakeMed Children’s through the WakeMed Foundation. Toys will be used to brighten the hospital stay for […]
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