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This issue captures shining examples of the countless ways Methodist Health System caregivers and staff show up for patients in their greatest times of need. With extra reassurance, convenient access to care, safer alternatives, guidance and friendship, Methodist believes that being available – no m…

If most couples are honest with themselves, they’ll admit to “keeping score” at some point in their relationships. And in many cases, money and children are the points of contention.For example:He’s never home – I’m always taking care of the kids and managing their schedules.She’s always spending mo…

After eight years of monitoring three nodules in her thyroid, Mary Kay McCarthy, 62, of Omaha was told it was time for a thyroidectomy.   She had never had surgery and had never taken an opioid for pain. She was nervous about the prospect of both. But her head and neck surgical oncologist, Willia…

Thinking about becoming more active or starting a workout routine? Whether you want to get in shape to complete yard work, hit the golf course more often or be more active with your kids or grandkids, a good core exercise program is a great place to start. In fact, focusing on the core is an importa…

JoAnn Smith with her son, Brian, during his senior year of high schoolHeart health was personal for JoAnn Smith long before she learned she had heart failure. “I know firsthand that people can die from heart conditions,” she said. In 2008, her 20-year-old son, Brian, went into cardiac arrest and …

Dr. Andrew Coughlin is a head and neck surgical oncologist at Methodist Estabrook Cancer Center and Methodist Jennie Edmundson Hospital. “The thing I enjoy the most about my profession is building lifelong relationships with patients and their families,” he said. “It’s what gives me meaning in my d…

Cancer is cruel. It’s unfair. It’s inconvenient. It’s relentless, sad and unforgiving. Nobody knows these things better than the Methodist leaders, providers and caregivers who see the disease staring back at them every day. But every year, many of them come together for Omaha Fashion Week's Metho…

Aaron Pegg, 29, could never figure out why he was always so tired. “No matter how much sleep I got, how much water I drank or how much better I ate, I always woke up groggy,” Aaron said. “I was always run down.” Despite his lack of energy, Aaron knew it was important to stay active. During a forc…

Even if you don’t “work with your hands,” your hands are essentially working constantly. With the wealth of information and entertainment at your fingertips, it can seem like you have a phone, tablet, computer or electronic device in your hands almost every minute of the day. You know how easy it …

With the season’s change comes a new variety of seasonal produce, inviting the opportunity to introduce new recipes and flavors into a healthy diet.   Embrace the Plants Eating a primarily plant-based diet that’s rich in variety can benefit your health. Fruits, vegetables, whole grains, nuts and…