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Early on in the pandemic, doctors reported herd immunity happens at 70%. But now, with the highly contagious variants, the ideal number is 80%. "I think we need to shift from the virus being completely eradicated to becoming a manageable thing," said Methodist infectious disease physician Jessica J…

… importance of optimal nutrition and healthy habits. The podcast is a series of interviews with physicians who are involved with the Institute for Functional Medicine (IFM). Dr. Robert Luby is …

The Douglas County Health Department reported 137 additional positive COVID-19 tests over the past weekend. Hospitalizations are rising just as fast as the delta variant continues to make its presence felt. “It’s much more contagious than the virus that initially hit Omaha last month,” said Jessica…

… care providers and a range of specialists. Our treatment teams – led by board-certified physicians with specialized training in physical medicine and rehabilitation – are committed to …

… a week, maternal-fetal medicine specialists hold office hours across the river at Methodist Physicians Clinic Council Bluffs. They work with OB/GYNs like Kari McMartin’s provider, Maureen Boyle, MD , …

… cancer patients to get their COVID-19 vaccination as soon as they’re eligible,” said Methodist Physicians Clinic infectious disease specialist Jessica Jones, MD . “We know in the hospital how devastating … privacy, seek out a vaccine at a pharmacy with a private room instead of a mass vaccination clinic. Patients with lymphedema or who are at risk need to be mindful about swelling and watch …

… it’s just taking time to sit with them in silence. My second position is doing triage for the clinic. I love that, as well. It’s a daily learning opportunity and another chance for me to help … enjoy most about your team? Denise: I work with an AMAZING team both in the hospital and the clinic. I feel supported each and every shift. The physicians treat me with respect and allow me to provide input about the care of the families I’m …

… you have questions about how to best protect yourself from the sun, talk with your Methodist Physicians Clinic primary care provider or dermatologist.  …

Many of us tend to think of football and other fall sports when we think about concussions and other head injuries. But softball and baseball are among the top five sports that cause the most head injuries, including traumatic brain injury (TBI) – a complex physiological process caused by …

Families everywhere, it seems, are eager to resume some fun in the sun while making up for last year’s COVID-tainted summer.While vaccinations have certainly changed the course of this pandemic for the better, there are still some things you need to remember before you fire up the grill, hop in the …