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Goodbye, Cold and Flu Season. Hello, Seasonal Allergies.
According to the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America, "more than 100 million people in the United St...
Raleigh Campus
Life-threatening Foot Wound Healed through Hyperbaric Chamber Treatment: Harold Croxton's Story
In May 2025, Harold Croxton began feeling slight pain in his foot, which he dismissed as soreness due to ...
Primary Care
The Dangers of Sleep Deprivation and 6 Tips for a Good Night's Sleep
Billions are spent annually on sleep aids and therapies, proving that the pursuit of a good night's rest of at least seven hours is a lucrative business built on our collective exhaustion.
Heart & Vascular
The Real Scoop on Ultra-Processed Foods
With a lot of recent news and hype surrounding ultra-processed foods, many of us still don’t know what ...
Wake Orthopaedics
Take 5 with Wake Orthopaedics Hand/Wrist/Elbow Surgeon Patricia Wellborn, MD
We are excited to introduce Patricia Wellborn, MD, our new specialist in hand, wrist and elbow surgery at...
diet & nutrition
Health Benefits of Fiber
February is Fiber Focus Month, and our physical and emotional well-being depends on our digestive health....
Heart & Vascular
What’s the Skinny? Weight Loss Drugs & Your Heart
Weight loss drugs have taken the world by storm – making them a hot topic of conversation in and outsid...
Heart & Vascular
Jim Taranto: From Near Death to Back Up and Breathing — Thanks to WakeMed!
For several months, Jim Taranto experienced smoldering chest pain and chest tightness."It would start up ...
diet & nutrition
Game Day Recipe Swaps
From the Super Bowl to March Madness, it’s game day season. WakeMed registered dietitians Heather Cupp and Monika Kraus want to help you make choices that are good for your heart. You can enjoy foods that are a tantalizing touchdown for your tastebuds — without being artery clogging, heartburn-inducing takedowns for your […]
Heart & Vascular
A Heart Attack at 32: Shalom Trice's Story
At 32 years old, Shalom Trice and her partner were thrilled to welcome to the world their son, Ryan — b...
Heart & Vascular
Take 5 with Christina M. Bull, NP, AG-ACNP
Christina Bull is a nurse practitioner in WakeMed Heart & Vascular - Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery. T...
Children's
Ben Goodrich: Emergency Pectus Excavatum Repair after Cardiac Arrest at 25
By four years of age, Ben Goodrich had a very obvious sunken chest. His grandfather had the same issue, s...
Gastroenterology
Gallbladder Health: What You Should Know
Medically reviewed by Lauren Daugherty, MDOver 1.2 million gallbladder removals are performed annually in...
7 Tips to Help You Prep for Winter Weather
When winter weather strikes, will you be ready? The following are some helpful tips to keep you and your loved ones safe. #1 – Have an emergency plan in place. Pay close attention to winter weather advisories, warning and watches – and take it seriously. Often, winter weather brings accidental falls and power outages, so […]
Children's
Let's Talk GUT HEALTH & TUMMY TROUBLES
Almost everyone has experienced a tummy ache or digestive discomfort, but there is a lot more to know abo...
Spiritual Care
Support and Balance for Caregivers: A Resource Guide
It was sudden. Your dad fell from a ladder and suffered a severe spinal cord and leg injury. It was a str...
Children's
The Fight to Save Ethan's Kidneys: From Birth through Childhood
Erica and her husband were overjoyed to learn in 2015 that they'd have their second child. The pregnancy ...
Gastroenterology
Lorena Ramirez: Weight Loss with an Endoscopic, Non-surgical Procedure and GLP-1 Treatment
Lorena Ramirez struggled with obesity and the health issues that often accompany it. She'd undergone the ...
Children's
13 Creative Indoor Activities for Kids Coming Inside from Winter Adventures
When the kids shed their warm layers from time outdoors playing in the cold and their hot chocolate is all gone, what do you do to keep them entertained inside? Here are eight creative suggestions to have fun inside with the little ones using things you have around the house – no crafty skills required. […]
Women's
Natalya Guerrier: A Surprise Wedding NICU Story
Natalya Guerrier and her fiancé had been trying for quite some time to become pregnant. With each negati...
Children's
How Safe Sleep Has Changed: What You Need To Know
If you’re a parent or grandparent, you may think you’re already familiar with an infant’s safe sleep environment. Recommendations have changed in recent years, so now may be a good time for a refresher. Sleep Safety Recommendations Explained Use a firm sleep surface, to include a safety-approved crib, bassinet, portable crib or play pen covered […]
Primary Care
7 Common Seasonal Illnesses and Their Symptoms
Winter is a wonderful time of year for holiday parties, outdoor sports and cozy evenings by the fireplace. It’s also a time when contagious winter illnesses creep in, leading to a lot of miserable sick days. In case you or a loved one is under the weather, here are seven common winter illnesses to watch […]
Wake Orthopaedics
Regaining Motion Following a Traumatic Vehicle Collision: Dr. Mark Scearce's Story
Music composer Mark Scearce, PhD, had just finished his creative thinking class Friday afternoon of May 9...
diet & nutrition
12 Must-Know Tips for a Safer, Healthier Holiday
The holiday season can be a wonderful time filled with joy and celebration, but it can also bring its fai...