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… We ran off to Kansas, got married, and then telegrammed our parents and went to Las Vegas for a week. My dad threw all my clothes out in the front yard.” A lifetime at each other’s sides … in one hospice location together.” Marking a milestone On the morning of October 19th, the news spread quickly. It was a special day. The Langes’ 68th wedding anniversary would be spent in … This road without end So tend to your heart, my friend. “It was special,” said Joan. “It was a good surprise. Just getting to come down here to see him was a surprise. They told me I wasn’t …

… It’s a problem many people face: not getting a good night’s sleep. Sleep issues can be caused by any number of factors, including chronic health … as well as cause dry mouth and blurred vision.  Bottom line: This drug is not recommended for treating sleep issues.   Common Herbal Products and Supplements The herbs valerian and … has met standards for supplements: USP (U.S. Pharmacopeia), NSF International or Consumerlab.com. But remember: While these organizations do test and verify or certify supplements, a label …

… it needs to be, planning ambitious workouts and holding ourselves to unreasonable standards. For many people, the simplest form of exercise is walking. It takes no special equipment or … it’s effective.  While many people enjoy the cool, crisp fall air, any time of year is great for walking if you have little creativity or motivation. The benefits of walking Why walk? Among … is similar in intensity to the warm-up, and it should also be about five minutes. It’s also a good time to incorporate some light stretching to the major muscle groups of the body.   The …

… but they love sharing in general. It’s something they’re taught at an early age. That’s a good thing! Bravo, Mom and Dad. But as kids go back to school, it’s important we teach them what … blood. Lice infestations can be stigmatizing. They can puts kids (and their parents) at risk for teasing, ridicule, social judgement and embarrassment – something that can be exacerbated by a school’s no-nit (no-egg) policy, in which a child is sent home for having lice. According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), students don’t actually need …

… every day. On top of everything you’re doing to offer support, you may wonder: Is it dangerous for Mom or Dad to drive? It’s a discussion many of us need to have sooner or later, but it … suggestions to drivers, families and doctors. I don’t want to just give drivers life-changing news and send them on their way. Their safety and independence are my goals, and I want to have … enjoy. To learn more about the Methodist Driver Rehabilitation Program, call 402-354-4670 or visit www.bestcare.org/driverrehab . …

… during the pandemic. We also know that cancer screenings dropped and even came to a halt for several weeks. The conclusion? An untold number of cancers have gone undiagnosed and … of the COVID-19 pandemic. When it comes to cancer, a one-year delay can be a long time. For people who continue to put off screenings that were due earlier in the pandemic, that delay … to stop cancer as early as possible. For more information on screenings or to find a provider, visit bestcare.org . …

… A familiar Perry Como song describes the joys of being “Home for the Holidays.” For many families, however, the holiday season can be the most stressful time of the year. … all the stress? It goes without saying, but family relationships are complicated.   A Recipe for Conflict When some families get together, it doesn’t take long for the past to take over. Old …

… about this earlier?” The majority of people who enter hospice care only receive those services for a few days at the very end of life. The families they leave behind wish the comfort, care and … earlier in their illness.  Often times, it’s something they could and should have had in place for weeks and months earlier. The uncomfortable conversation Studies have shown that when it … 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. …

… contribute to providing  The Meaning of Care . To explore career opportunities at Methodist, visit bestcare.org/jobs .   Rhonnie Berman Operations Administrator, Information Technology … Methodist employee), mother to four and “Nana” to 11.  I worked as an operations administrator for Information Technology (IT) at Methodist.  I also consider myself a mixed media artist and … our own convention, PretzCon, which is held in Omaha in July. This has been going on now for over 12 years.    Why Methodist? What attracted you to the organization? We moved to Omaha …

… and orthopedics/surgical services – and the people whose dedication makes them so impactful for our communities. To explore career opportunities at Methodist, visit bestcare.org/jobs .   Patty Bauer, RN, RRT Vice President, Women’s Hospital     Why is the … so unique. We are very fortunate to have a hospital and campus dedicated to this service line. For many of our maternal patients, this is their first experience in a hospital setting. In …