Everyone is screened for high blood pressure, high cholesterol, diabetes, some cancers and obesity each year during your physical with your primary care physician. 
Have you ever wondered why you are not screened for peripheral artery disease, carotid artery disease, or an aortic aneurysm?  The answer is likely that you are not in the risk group and [...]

WakeMed Mothers’ Milk Bank, one of nine, not-for-profit human milk banks in the United States, continues to experience increased demand and significantly reduced donations as indicated in last month’s blog. 
The lack of donations and increased need is not isolated to North Carolina. Human milk banks across the country are experiencing a similar trend, leading the [...]

Every day Wake County EMS responds to 225 calls per day, seeing everything from nose bleeds to heart attacks.  For the most part heart attacks are the most critical calls EMS responds to each day.  There is a lot of misunderstanding when it comes to heart attacks.  Many people believe a heart attack is what [...]

I picked up some interesting knowledge the other day from Lynn Eschenbacher, PharmD, and Meghan Palmer, who both work in the WakeMed Pharmacy.  Maybe you know this, but I certainly didn’t.  Acetaminophen is in a lot of other drugs other than just Tylenol products and their generic equivalents (which I usually buy because they are [...]

Chickens, bees, and cucumbers
In a box, in the ground, or in a jar
At home, at a school, or in your community
With a little time, a little space, dirt and some water you too can have a thriving garden of your own.
Advocates for Health in Action is hosting its second annual Dig In! on Saturday, March 5, [...]

Did you know that in 2010 the American Heart Association changed the CPR guidelines, recommending a focus on 100 compressions per minute?
During this American Heart Month, WakeMed Heart & Vascular is bring CPR training to your community.  You knowing CPR could prove to be very important for your friends and family at anytime.  Sign up for a class today. 
If you are not available [...]

Yesterday I posted NC’s No-diet Diet featuring a list of seasonal fruits and vegetables grown right here in our state. As promised, here is the first round of healthy recipes showcasing this month’s seasonal sensation  – all to help you get healthy in 2011.
Just in time for Valentine’s Day, enjoy these healthy recipes with the [...]

Every January, we all make the promise to eat better, get in shape and lead healthier lifestyles. Inevitably, few of us stick to this lofty promise. If you’re one of the many who succumb to the onslaught of office goodies or game day grease, you’re not alone. The good news is that North Carolina’s long [...]

Did you know that hot tap water accounts for nearly 1 in 4 of all scald burns among children and is associated with more deaths and hospitalizations than any other hot liquid burns?
During National Burn Awareness Week Safe Kids Wake County reminds parents of the following simple safety measure to prevent burn injuries to their [...]

The latest edition of Heart to Heart Magazine, WakeMed Heart & Vascular’s quarterly heart health awareness publication, began hitting mailboxes late last week. 
The diverse editorial in this most recent issue includes articles on cardiac rehab, Ira David Wood’s valve replacement, and how joy can impact physical well-being. 
There is also an entire article on Omega 3s.  [...]