#DidYouKnow about 1 of every 250 males will develop testicular cancer at some point during their lifetime?
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So, when was the last time you checked your testicles? If you notice any changes to your testicles, please see your health care provider.

Ahhh. Spring is in the air. And, so are seasonal allergens.
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Don't suffer all season long.
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#Allergies #SeasonalAllergies #SpringAllergies #Pollen #WakeMed #WakeCountyNC

WakeMed has been recognized for its success in supporting Black maternal health by U.S. News & World Report’ for #BlackMaternalHealthWeek 2024. Black Maternal Health Week is led by the Black Mamas Matter Alliance to build awareness, activism and community. ➡️ bit.ly/USNBMHW24

The WakeMed Children’s – Pediatric Gastroenterology team invites you to join them for the Crohn's & Colitis Foundation in the 2024 Take Steps Walk, which helps raise money for IBD research!
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Register today 👉 ow.ly/AQmx50R6V2F

Meet Dr. Jennifer Peterson, the new medical director for WakeMed Neonatology.
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Congratulations to Dr. Peterson, we look forward to your leadership!
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#WakeMed Childrens #NICU #Neonatology #ChildrensHospital #WakeMed #WakeCountyNC #MeettheDoctor #MeettheProvider

✔️Eat less. ✔️Move more.
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WakeMed Children’s – Pediatric Weight Management team is committed to customized, compassionate care to help families make lifestyle changes to improve the overall health and well-being of children.
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WakeMed MyCare 365 – Lowes Grove is now open in Durham!
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WakeMed MyCare 365 delivers all you expect from primary care with the expanded capacity of urgent care on a walk-in basis.
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Address: 2216 NC-54, Durham, NC, 27713
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Learn more: wakemed.org/mycare365

April is National Walking Month and this week members of the WakeMed team participated in group walks to start the month off on the right foot!
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Plantar fasciitis can take months to resolve.
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In this week’s episode, Sarah King asks Dr. Corey Thompson, an orthopaedic surgeon, candid questions about plantar fasciitis, bunions and bone spurs.
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Ever heard of sudden nocturnal death or passing away in your sleep?
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Read Pat Perry's incredible story of navigating her why— ventricular fibrillation.
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#VentricularFibrillation #VFib #SuddenDeath #WakeMed #HeartandVascular #WakeCountyNC

At WakeMed Rehab, our comprehensive amputation program is designed for you immediately following your surgery, when you receive your prosthesis and beyond.
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This Limb Loss Awareness Month, learn 10 tips for preparing your limb for prosthesis.
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WakeMed's three hospitals joined HonorBridge in recognizing the importance of organ and tissue donation. We raised our Donate Life flag this morning to highlight that one donor can save eight lives. ❤️

COMING SOON: WakeMed MyCare 365 – Lowes Grove is coming soon to Durham! Opening April 8th.
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Address: 2216 NC-54, Durham, NC, 27713
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Learn more: wakemed.org/mycare365

Congratulations to our previous Daisy Award Recipients!
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December 2023: Nicole Saia, RN
January 2024: Julie Efird, RN
February 2024: Nikki Sexton, RN
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Thank you, all — “We are Proud You are a WakeMed Nurse!”
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#WakeMed #WakeMed Proud #Nurse #DaisyAward

In honor of National #DoctorsDay and on behalf of the entire WakeMed family, thank you to our doctors and practitioners for the exceptional service and care you provide to WakeMed, our patients, their families and our community.
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We encourage everyone to thank a doctor today!

🐣Easter egg hunts
🐰Chocolate bunnies
🍽Huge Sunday feasts

Here are a few tips to make your Easter holiday rich and savory without drowning it in foods that drive up your blood sugar and blood pressure.
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March is Brain Injury Awareness Month, and Dr. Maria Butler wants to share about helmet safety and the signs you or your child may have suffered a concussion or traumatic brain injury.
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Last weekend, our WakeMed Lung Heroes Team celebrated lung cancer survivors at the Lung Cancer Initiative LUNGe Forward 5K Run, Walk & Celebration!
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Raising more than $7,000, our team placed third as a top fundraising team!

Those 9 months are tough, and even when it’s over most of us never revert to our pre-baby shapes and sizes.
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Dr. Jessica Schloesser answers questions about everything from nipples and hair loss to permanent changes in shoe size after having a baby.
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#WakeMed nursing leaders participated in the annual NC Organization of Nurse Leaders Conference this month in Greensboro, NC.
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Congratulations to our nursing leaders who participated!
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#WakeMed #Raleigh #Raleigh NC #WakeCounty #NursingLeaders #Nurses