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, we [...]

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 healthy [...]

E.coli is nothing new, but today it is causing attention-grabbing headlines around the world. 
The reason: officials are reporting that 1,600 people have been sickened and 18 killed in Europe due to an outbreak of a new strain of E.coli. 
E.coli is primarily found in beef due to the presence of the organism in cow’s gastrointestinal system.  [...]

Support WakeMed Children’s and have fun evenings under the stars watching movies at Cary’s Koka Booth Amphitheater this summer. 
2011 Movies by Moonlight Schedule
May 26th – The Social Network (PG-13)
June 2nd – The Proposal (PG-13)
June 9th – Eat, Pray, Love (PG-13)
June 16th – Despicable Me (PG-13)
June 30th – Father of the Bride (1950)(NR)
July 7th – Red [...]

Hurricane Preparedness Week is this week, because believe it or not, hurricane season starts June 1st.  While we recently experienced the severe tornadoes, it has been several years since our state has been impacted by a major hurricane.  It is important that we remember North Carolina is at risk of being impacted by hurricanes, and [...]

On May 11, WakeMed offered to purchase Rex Healthcare from the University of North Carolina. We made this offer to purchase in the best interest of the community, the patients we serve and the state.
A combined WakeMed/Rex system has the potential to enhance continuity of care, keep resources local, keep patients closer to home, better [...]

On December 29, 2010 our family changed for the better.  That was the day my daughter had bariatric surgery. 
At just 24 years old, I was greatly concerned about her future health.  We have a family history of high blood pressure, diabetes, and colon cancer, all of which obesity is an added risk factor. 
After some internet [...]

WakeMed Raleigh Campus employees, celebrated on Friday, May 13 in a great parking deck party complete with hot dogs, hamburgers and the electric slide.

WakeMed North Healthplex employees celebrated with a cook-out and games galore.

This weekend many pools around our area opened for the season.  Although its too cold for most parents, kids are jumping into the pool regardless of the temperature.  Atthe start of every swim season, it is important to remind children young and old about how important it is to swim safe.
Did you know? Drowning is [...]