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… – Brittney Lowe, BSN, RN, an OB/GYN nurse at Methodist Women’s Hospital , got clearance to visit her grandma in full personal protective equipment. This provided some peace to the Lowe … kind of wearing on Brittney,” April said. “Because you don’t know if they’re going to hang on for another 24 hours or 24 minutes. So, Laura volunteered to stay with my mom that night. She … with Betty – at Harold’s Koffee House or Shirley’s Diner. She learned of Betty’s love for Shetland sheepdogs – how she bred and raised them and trained many of her dogs to become …

… case is a partnership that’s helping young families in the Fremont community with basic needs for their newborns and toddlers. Fremont Health Foundation and the  Fremont Public Schools … to get their bundle of joy home safely, as well as many of the necessary essentials needed for a newborn. Sixpence was a logical partner for this initiative, knowing the great work they have already been doing in the community.” Since …

… Prior to her of double mastectomy, Tamy Grate had one request for her 63 rd birthday. “The only thing I want this year is to be cancer-free,” she said to James … APRN , ordered a mammogram and ultrasound.   The next day, Tamy and John met with Dr. Reilly for the first time. He delivered the unfortunate news that he suspected it was cancer.  Tamy could hardly believe it; because nine months earlier, …

… 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 .   Beth Belmont, APRN Senior Director, Fremont Clinics Methodist … better access to care and improving health outcomes. It's generally the first contact for patients and the entry point to our health system. Our primary care providers contribute to …

… essential. And when it comes to receiving the care you’d want if you’re unable to speak for yourself, it’s crucial to have your loved ones know your wishes.   A Way to Express Your … and help your medical team honor your wishes. The POLST is usually completed during a visit with your primary care provider, but it can also be completed with providers in a hospital … Starts at the Time of Crisis Many people fail to plan because they don’t know what to plan for. Since they’re preparing for a situation that hasn’t yet happened, it can be difficult to …

… region and most of the country are out of control, with no possibility of decreasing enough for us to have risk-free traditional holiday celebrations. Thanksgiving is coinciding with … a spike in cases that’s directly tied to its Oct. 12 Thanksgiving celebrations.    The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) advises that the lowest risk Thanksgiving celebrations … returning home.  If you’re traveling somewhere a few hours away or less, consider making the visit a day trip rather than an overnight stay. Communicate with each other. You need to know if …

… the last in many households to be vaccinated against COVID-19 – and that’s a sigh of relief for a lot of families, especially as the holidays draw near. But what does this mean for masking, gathering, traveling and visiting public places? According to the Centers for … vaccinated can resume activities they did prior to the pandemic . Although that’s welcome news for many individuals, a large majority of people got vaccinated so they could resume …

… your toddler,’” Elise said.  Ryker wouldn’t need any of the newborn clothes Elise had bought for him. But for now, there was a more pressing issue. A few hours after Ryker was born, his blood sugar was … able to get out of the hospital sooner rather than later. She deserves The DAISY Award for her good heart and compassionate soul.”    A “Full Circle” Career and Special Honor McGuire was …

… Lumsden “lost it.” After such a hard-fought battle, she was convinced she had nothing to show for it. “To see your nipples just … gone ,” Susan said as she tried to hold back tears. “To see … a lovely experience.” But a routine mammogram in February 2020 resulted in less-than-lovely news.   Faithful and Fearless “They called to tell me that I had some calcifications in my left … get to continue loving my husband. I get to see my son graduate. I get to live for today. I’m good! And I can’t explain how thankful I am.” …

… a child without challenges thousands of attempts before they master a skill,” Felderman said. “For a child with challenges? It takes twice as many – if not, more. So how do you keep those … children. “I wanted a pediatric program,” she said. “There was such a hole in the Fremont area for something like that.” Over the past nine years, the program she dreamed of has continued to … won’t do what you’re asking of them or kids who won’t try their hardest. And they have to give good effort if we want to see improvement.” But sometimes, Felderman added, children need more …