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Local Resources for Cancer Survivors

Cancer Support Services American Cancer Society The American Cancer Society offers wide-ranging support for patients, families and caregivers,… Physical, Occupational, S…
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Addressing the Alzheimer's Stigma: How the Methodist Geriatric Assessment Clinic Is Helping Patients and Caregivers

… Alzheimer’s disease, you know the emotional toll that comes with it. You know how hard it is to witness them put things where they don’t belong, get lost while driving to a familiar destination, forget names and dates that have long been engrained or ask the same … reminding them they’re not alone.   Patient-Centered Approach Some patients are scared to visit the clinic because they’re worried about being put into a nursing home. Here’s what they …
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Master of Occupational Therapy Program To Meet Growing Demand

… Therapy Education (ACOTE) of the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA). ACOTE voted to grant the program accreditation status at its meeting Nov. 30 – Dec. 3, 2017. NMC’s Master of … in rural and urban areas throughout the country. A bachelor’s degree is required for admission to the program. The six-semester, 24-month MOT degree program offers students faster entry into … To learn more about the program, interested students can plan to attend one of NMC's MOT visit days or schedule a personalized one-on-one visit.  Graduates of NMC’s MOT program will be …
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Caring for Your Skin During Cancer Treatment

… heat and cold. It's also affected by medications we take. Chemotherapy drugs are designed to attack all fast-growing cells. Unfortunately, while their goal is to stop cancer cells from multiplying, they don’t distinguish between those cells and healthy … tell my clients to use whatever exfoliator works for them. It’s a personal choice. If you buy an exfoliator for your face, make sure it has a fine grit so it doesn’t tear your skin. You …
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When The Meaning of Care Proves Stronger Than Addiction

… a lightweight back then,” he said unapologetically. “It didn’t take a lot of those shooters to get me drunk.” Right around this time, Jason suffered an elbow injury, which ended his college baseball career. If he didn't have a reason to drink before, he certainly did now, he thought. The sport served as his coping mechanism for many of life's hiccups. Since he could no longer turn to baseball, he turned to Fireball. What started with a few "shooters" every other day, quickly …
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Primary Care: Why it Matters

… Have you ever had that dream where you forgot to study for a final exam? Even worse – for a class you rarely attended? Your heart starts racing, you begin to sweat, you just know you’re in serious trouble – trouble that could have been avoided if you … cessation Some families prefer to have every member – mom, dad, brother, sister and baby – visit the same physician. Your doctor’s familiarity with your family dynamic may be important …
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No Excuses: Why Regular Checkups Are an Important Part of Men's Health

… on the list of priorities. Some feel healthy enough, so what’s the point? Others are too busy to make an appointment, worry what it might cost or are even afraid of what they might find out. Any of this sound familiar, guys? You can come up with all the reasons in the world not to visit a primary care provider regularly. But here are some reasons why you should.   Checkup …
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COVID-19 Community Vaccination Information

… Methodist Health System is proud to be partnering with health departments in the communities we serve to assist with the distribution of the COVID-19 vaccine. The vaccine is available at most all of … about community vaccination clinics with the Douglas County Health Department,  visit the Douglas County Health Department website. Residents of Other Nebraska Counties …
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Sue Roberts Talks Cancer With Joe Biden

… "All we talked about was our children," Sue Roberts said. For Roberts, it was a visit she will never forget. It was a chance to meet with former Vice President Joe Biden. "We thought we were going to meet him for like five minutes," Roberts said. "Instead he took us into a room and we met with …
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Methodist Hospital’s total hip and knee replacement program recognized for high-quality and cost-effective procedures

… Methodist Hospital is proud to be recognized by Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska (BCBSNE) as a Blue Distinction Center+ … patient safety, deliver better outcomes and are more cost-effective.   Among other criteria, to receive a designation, facilities must: Have full accreditation from at least one national … For more information about the program and for a complete listing of the designated providers, visit the  BCBS website . For more information about the program and for a complete listing of …