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… . “There’s no way to describe it,” Meghan said. “Of course, we wanted to plan a service for him right away, but the question became, ‘What’s going to happen to our little girl?’” … Hailey was diagnosed with a serious bowel disease. Terrified this might be the end of the road for Hailey, Meghan soon was met with an incredibly calming force: overnight NICU nurse Lisa Stork, BSN, RN. “I’ll admit, I was a little nervous to care for the baby of two doctors,” Stork said. “I just think the NICU experience is harder on them. …

… Critical Care Unit nurse Kayla Franey, BSN, RN, CCRN. Franey had been one of the nurses caring for 73-year-old COVID-19 patient Jim Wegner (pictured above with daughter Kristin) for nearly a month after he was hospitalized on Nov. 24. Sedated and on a ventilator, Jim would … Woebke. But Jim still wouldn’t wake up. Kristin recalled talks with Franey about what was best for her father and what quality of life he would have wanted. “Kayla constantly advocated …

… Hydration is the key to maintaining your skin. While drinking a lot of water is helpful for hydrating on the inside, it’s also really important to hydrate our bodies on the outside. … exfoliation removes some of the dead skin cells on the top of your skin, clearing the way for your skincare products to sink in. I always tell my clients to use whatever exfoliator works … for many things, it can coat and suffocate the skin.  If you have any questions about how to best hydrate or care for your skin during cancer treatment, feel free to contact one of our …

… of cases has already far surpassed the 2024 U.S. total of 285,  according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) . There's also a common thread: Most cases involve … with kids Measles and its vaccine can be confusing and overwhelming, especially with the news of outbreaks and the availability of misinformation online. I can state with complete … confidence, however, that the measles vaccines is safe, and getting it is arguably the single best thing parents can do to keep their children safe, healthy and protected during such …

… care of patient and care of family, and she never missed, in my opinion, doing the right thing for Gary and his care.” Because of her impact on the Landas family, Jessica White, RN, recently … the Landas family was prepared to take Gary off the ventilator because he’d been at Methodist for over a month with no signs of improvement. That’s also when the family learned that he was an … specialties. It’s how well everyone works together to make sure that we’re giving the best care that we can.” …

… my family, I didn’t have any help,” she said. “I knew I needed to find someone who was ready for that responsibility – someone who wanted a baby.” An adoption agency helped her find that … on a bit of a different role.” Knowing that biological mothers who relinquish their babies for adoption are at greater risk for postpartum depression and other mental health concerns, Dr. … the right foot and plant a firm foundation moving forward.” “Going through Methodist was the best thing I could have done,” Lynn said, becoming emotional. “They say it’s The Meaning of Care …

… and other health care workers across the country had learned that they were finally eligible for COVID-19 vaccination . I was not. Despite my role as a pediatrician for Methodist Physicians Clinic , I was also pregnant at the time. And COVID-19 vaccination had … airbags in our cars, we should still wear the seatbelt. If you still have questions on how to best protect your family from COVID-19, please reach out to your health care provider. You don’t …

… and volunteer supervisor at the hospital. Fellow volunteer Cade Rasmussen said he admires Gude for her “character and selflessness.” But Kay Fitzke, BSN, RN, CAPA, who works alongside Gude in the surgery waiting area, may have summed it up best. “She’s very humble,” said Fitzke, the hospital’s perianesthesia nurse manager. “But the … While many volunteer roles at Methodist Fremont Health do involve public interaction – for example, greeting and escorting patients, working in the gift shop and spending time with …

… said. “They feel passionate about not only volunteering but also what Jennie Edmundson stands for, what it means to their community and the impact they have on their community. For me, that’s been the best part of the job – getting to know everybody and what their ‘why’ is.” For volunteers Connie …

… rides, build rocking horses and porch swings, and still work despite retirement. Let’s hear it for the grandmas that practice yoga three times a week, come watch the grandkids at the drop of a hat and live for weekly sales at the nearest outdoor mall. Grandparents or not, I’m talking about the Baby … that hug right now. And there will come a time when the hugs we share with loved ones are the best ones. The time we share together will not be taken for granted. This is a moment in time. We …