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Atrium Health and WakeMed announced a $2 billion merger that would unite North Carolina’s largest health system with its Triangle-based provider, create about 3,300 new jobs over five years, expand services for roughly 1 million residents, launch the state’s largest virtual care network, and strengthen mental-health services, with a Wake County vote scheduled and a regulatory review to follow.
Atrium Health plans to take control of WakeMed in a deal that could bring about $2 billion in new investment, expanding WakeMed's access to capital and clinical trials while extending Atrium's footprint in the Triangle. The transaction, which WakeMed’s board approved and county commissioners must vote on, would keep WakeMed as a separate entity with Atrium as the sole corporate member of its owning nonprofit, and is expected to create about 3,300 jobs amid regulatory scrutiny and concerns about reduced competition with UNC Health and Duke Health.
Charlotte-based Atrium Health plans to merge with Raleigh-based WakeMed Health & Hospitals, expanding Atrium’s reach to five WakeMed hospitals and about 3,300 new jobs with more than $2 billion in investment for Wake County. The deal would reshape North Carolina’s health-care market, potentially boosting insurer bargaining power while raising concerns about higher costs without clear quality gains, prompting calls from state officials for careful antitrust scrutiny. Smaller systems see consolidation as a hedge against Medicaid cuts (HR 1), and Atrium’s “combination” structures add complexity to public oversight. Wake County’s board will vote on a transfer agreement amendment related to the deal.
WakeMed has implemented new visitor restrictions starting Monday, prohibiting children under 12 from visiting patients to help prevent the spread of respiratory illnesses like flu and RSV, following the first child death from influenza in North Carolina for the 2025-2026 season.
WakeMed in Raleigh, NC, will implement visitor restrictions starting December 22 to prevent the spread of flu and respiratory illnesses, banning visitors under 12 in certain areas, amid rising flu-related deaths in the state.
A WakeMed police officer was fatally shot during a struggle in the emergency room lobby at WakeMed Garner Healthplex in North Carolina. A person of interest was taken into custody, and authorities are investigating the incident. The officer's death highlights the risks law enforcement officers face in the line of duty.
A police officer was shot and killed in the emergency department of WakeMed hospital in Garner, North Carolina, with a suspect arrested and charged with murder. Officer Roger Smith was praised for his heroism, and North Carolina officials expressed their condolences and gratitude for his sacrifice.
A WakeMed police officer, Roger Smith, was shot and killed while on duty at WakeMed Garner Healthplex, leading to the arrest of suspect Benji Martin Jr. The incident has prompted a community and law enforcement mourning, with investigations ongoing and support provided to staff and family.
Several children in Wake County have been hospitalized with a rare and painful skin condition called Ritter's Disease (staphylococcal scalding skin syndrome), which can cause widespread redness, itching, and pain. The condition, caused by a bacterial toxin, is contagious and often misdiagnosed, but early medical treatment can help. Parents are advised to seek prompt medical attention if symptoms appear.