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… Shelley Hultman, BSN, RN, knows all about Methodist’s commitment to providing outstanding care. As a nurse in the Methodist Hospital Emergency Department, she … during stressful and emotional moments. But she experienced The Meaning of Care in a whole new way after her mother was diagnosed with a rare colon cancer. She was so moved that she had to recognize the team responsible. Patty Burke and daughter Shelley Hultman, RN, BSN “Just One of …

… stressor in relationships. Finances shouldn’t be taboo As couples become serious, they tend to disclose their feelings on personal goals, family, relationship expectations, boundaries, life … and mental health issues. It can also torpedo a relationship. It doesn’t have to be this way. Experiencing and working though these conflicts can be a healthy opportunity for growth. … the journey with your partner and reward yourselves for meeting smaller goals. It’s easy to get lost in the bigger picture and forget to acknowledge successes. Take control of your …

… He remembers the wind at his back. He remembers seeing skateboarders on the trail and steering to avoid them. He doesn’t remember the crash. “Either I hit somebody, or somebody hit me. I … be dead for sure.” When the 74-year-old regained consciousness, he was in an ambulance headed to nearby Methodist Hospital . The Emergency Department staff determined he had a concussion, a … Don said. “She was funny, really helpful and competent. She did it all in a very pleasant way. She stood out.”   “What Really Matters” Don was so impressed with Howe that he nominated her …

… weeks and months earlier. The uncomfortable conversation Studies have shown that when it comes to the “uncomfortable conversation” surrounding entering hospice care, there is a giant disconnect. Families are waiting for the doctor to bring it up while the doctors are waiting for the family to broach the subject. Each is … can predict when the end is very near, but when it comes to hospice, that’s really the wrong way to think about it." Dr. Todd Sauer Methodist Medical Director of Hospice and Palliative Care …

… those questions most likely struck up discussions. Additionally, the media exposes children to these topics early on, and the sources aren’t always reliable. It is therefore quite important … as early as 8. Girls typically start puberty before boys, but every body is different. A good way to start talking about puberty at these earlier ages is to read an illustrated children’s … and aren’t sure how to answer it, don’t go running for cover. Simply tell your child you will get back to them with an answer, and make sure to actually do that. I remind my patient’s …

… prescription drug monitoring program, an online database that will help physicians provide the best care and prevent abuse. Based on the law, physicians will be required to enter all controlled substance prescriptions into this database. Controlled substances are those like opioids that are often abused. Physicians can then pull up the database to see what types of medications their patient is on as well as how much of each medication …

… Celebrities will join with local residents to honor four cancer survivors and support cancer patient care during Methodist Jennie Edmundson … Weekend. The two-day fundraiser will start Saturday at the Mid-America Center, 1 Arena Way. The weekend’s centerpiece is the Spirit of Courage Gala on Saturday. It begins with … auction and an awards ceremony. Daily Nonpareil: Celebrities, Council Bluffs locals team up to fight cancer   …

… No one in my family has ever had colon cancer.” But she did - stage two. She thought: "I’m way too young for this." WOWT: Colon Cancer Can Threaten Sooner Than You Think …

… Joining more than 680 screening centers across the country that are following best practices as outlined by the GO 2 Foundation for Lung Cancer , Methodist Jennie Edmundson … a Screening Center of Excellence. Jennie Edmundson was recognized for its ongoing commitment to responsible lung cancer screening . Low-dose CT screening for lung cancer carried out safely, … based on current evidence, as well as complying with comprehensive standards reflecting best practices developed by professional bodies such as the American College of Radiology (ACR), …