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… to undergo chemotherapy, the words, “You are going to lose your hair,” can be very distressful for women and men alike. The fear of the unknown can make the thought of hair loss unbearable. … when we hear from patients asking to have their heads shaved at our Inner Beauty Salon .  For those who lose hair, the decision to shave their head is always black and white: YES, I am … towards the end of treatment, while it takes others three to six months to really start seeing good results. Once the hair starts growing, you may notice a change in texture or color. It may …

… gosh. You’re in labor! And you’ve been in labor.’” Sasha stayed at Methodist Women’s Hospital for the next four days. She was then ordered to spend the rest of her pregnancy at home, on … did and explained – she did it with such humility,” Sasha said. “It was like ‘This is what a Good Samaritan looks like. This is a person who genuinely cares for mankind.’” Before long, it was time for Sasha to be transferred to the labor and deliver …

… gallbladder attacks – when gallstones block bile ducts – don’t soon forget the experience. The good news is that surgically removing the gallbladder is a common, safe and effective way to treat … follow a heavy meal (particularly a fatty meal), and they often occur at night. They may last for several hours and usually stop when the bile ducts are no longer blocked by gallstones. But …

… that the potential of evacuating North Bend was pretty real, and there was nowhere to get to for any medical care. We were already cut off from Fremont. We were already cut off from West Point and Norfolk, except for emergency vehicles. I was pretty sure I was the only health care provider around.”   … immediately saw signs of damage. “Once we got him hooked up, I could see that it didn’t look good,” she said. Said Kreikemeier: “She looked at the monitor and said, ‘Holy crap. This guy …

… are better at preventing symptomatic infection than earlier doses. Q: Who is the new booster for?  A: The new Pfizer-BioNTech booster is authorized for anyone 5 and older. The new Moderna booster is authorized for anyone 6 and older. If you fit … However, the new boosters are made like the original COVID-19 vaccines, and they’ve shown a good track record regarding safety. They’ve been given to hundreds of millions of people without …

… you know what? You’ve got this. And as you stay the course and keep social distancing , look for creative ways you can boost your mood at home. Don’t know where to start? Get inspired with … read it again in a few years. Have your kids keep a diary, too. Journaling is a healthy outlet for their feelings, and they’ll have a record of this historic time. Some research even suggests … with anymore (especially if you forget how you even know each other). And for the ultimate good feeling, get that email inbox down to zero!  15. Make a time capsule. Whether you’re living …

… of social distancing, the risk of swimming right now is fairly low. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) , there is no evidence that COVID-19 can be spread … because children are more prone to touching their eyes, noses and mouths frequently. For now, vow to spend more time playing with your kids on their own swing set, make a cardboard … If for some reason your server isn’t wearing a mask, it’s OK to ask them to. And it’s a good idea to wear yours whenever possible.   We were invited to an outdoor wedding celebration. …

… sense of smell to locate a warm-blooded animal. After finding their prey, they can be very good at staying in place and puncturing an animal’s skin to get that bloody meal.   The Trouble … of the brain), which can lead to permanent disability or even death. There is no treatment for West Nile, so prevention is key.  Much rarer are arboviruses (arthropod-borne viruses) that … serious diseases, including: Malaria Yellow fever Dengue Zika virus  The only vaccines for mosquito-borne infections are for yellow fever and Japanese encephalitis (JE). They should be …

… A common sentiment of Methodist employees is that their coworkers feel like family. For some employees, that's a reality because their spouse, sibling, child or other relative also … restaurant, we probably have one.   How did you meet? We met the old-fashioned way – on Match.com. KC was out on a run on the Big Papio Trail on a terribly hot, humid day. She was resting in … sure we extend The Meaning of Care to one another. Remember, nothing makes you feel quite as good as giving or receiving kindness. …

… On June 23, Paul Eubanks got behind the wheel and drove across town for the first time in over a year. Paul, who has lost feeling in his legs because of neuropathy, … use of such equipment, additional training is available before they write a prescription for the driver to fill through an equipment dealer.  “A lot of people think, ‘I just can’t … making plans. The former church deacon wanted to start attending services in person again, visit friends in area nursing homes, take longer trips to the Black Hills or see family in …