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WakeMed introduces new atrial fibrillation procedure with cutting-edge technology

WakeMed Heart & Vascular has become the first medical facility in North Carolina to employ Pulsed Field Ablation (PFA) technology in treating Atrial Fibrillation (AFib).

By Old North News | Mar 19, 2025

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WakeMed resumes normal visitation as respiratory illnesses decline

Effective March 12, WakeMed will allow children under 12 to visit all hospital nursing units and patient care areas.

By Old North News | Mar 12, 2025

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Duke Health partners open new rehabilitation hospital in Apex

By Old North News | Feb 18, 2025

Duke Health, WakeMed, and Lifepoint Health have officially opened Peak Rehabilitation Hospital in Apex, North Carolina.

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WakeMed opens MyCare 365 location in Chapel Hill

By Old North News | Feb 12, 2025

WakeMed has announced the opening of a new MyCare 365 location at University Place in Chapel Hill.

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WakeMed introduces advanced treatment for ventricular tachycardia

By Old North News | Feb 11, 2025

Ventricular tachycardia (VT) is a severe arrhythmia affecting many individuals annually.

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WakeMed renews contract with Aetna for Medicare Advantage plans

By Old North News | Jan 31, 2025

WakeMed has announced the renewal of its contract with Aetna for Medicare Advantage plans.

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WakeMed enforces seasonal visitor restrictions due to respiratory virus surge

By Old North News | Jan 14, 2025

Due to a significant increase in respiratory viruses, WakeMed has implemented the second phase of its annual seasonal visitation restrictions.

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In North Carolina, 246 people have died after receiving COVID-19 “vaccine”

By Old North News | Jan 1, 2025

North Carolina registered 246 deaths after admission of a “COVID-19” MRNA injection, according to the Vaccine Adverse Event Reporting System (VAERS).

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Roxboro native joins Person Memorial Hospital as family nurse practitioner

By Old North News | Dec 27, 2024

Jennifer Stockwell, a Roxboro native, has joined the medical team at Person Memorial Hospital.

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WakeMed enforces seasonal visitation limits amid RSV concerns

By Old North News | Dec 17, 2024

WakeMed has announced the implementation of seasonal visitation restrictions at its hospitals in response to the annual arrival of respiratory viruses, including respiratory syncytial virus (RSV).

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WakeMed honored among America's top workplaces for diversity

By Old North News | Dec 12, 2024

WakeMed has been recognized as one of America's Greatest Workplaces for Diversity for 2025.

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WakeMed earns high performing status in U.S. News maternity hospital rankings

By Old North News | Dec 10, 2024

WakeMed hospitals have been recognized by U.S. News & World Report as among the nation's best for maternity care.

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In North Carolina, 206 people have died after receiving COVID-19 “vaccine”

By Old North News | Dec 1, 2024

North Carolina registered 206 deaths after admission of a “COVID-19” MRNA injection, according to the Vaccine Adverse Event Reporting System (VAERS).

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In North Carolina, 206 people have died after receiving COVID-19 “vaccine”

By Old North News | Nov 1, 2024

North Carolina registered 206 deaths after admission of a “COVID-19” MRNA injection, according to the Vaccine Adverse Event Reporting System (VAERS).

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Report: More than 200 kids were 'sex change patients' in NC; Nine were taxpayer-funded

By Old North News Service | Oct 14, 2024

Hospitals in North Carolina saw more than 200 minors who were “sex change patients,” with nine such procedures being paid for by taxpayers.

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NC treasurer: 'Hospitals are getting rich on the backs of cancer patients'

By Old North News reports | Oct 11, 2024

North Carolina State Treasurer Dale Folwell said a new report he released shows how "hospitals are getting rich on the backs of cancer patients, state employees and taxpayers" due to their abuse of the 340B program.

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