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… Your weight on the scale is not always the best indicator of your health. You might be getting stronger, more fit and muscular, but the scale refuses to budge. It is easy to get frustrated when you are working hard doing all the “right things” … slow, many get frustrated with perceived lack of results and then give up. So what’s the best way to measure your weight loss progress? Your clothes fit better. Due to changes in body …

… everyone has this virus in their blood, and if you have it, the chances of it coming back to cause shingles increases as we grow older.  The shingles rash lasts about a week or two. But … eight years, but we believe Shingrix to last much longer.  Who should and shouldn’t get the vaccine? Shingrix is approved for all adults with normal immune systems who are 50 years … of the vaccine in pregnant or breastfeeding women. If you are fighting off an infection, it’s best to wait until you are healthy again. Obviously, if you have had an allergic reaction to the …

… Gafford is interested in emergency medicine. The Glenwood Community High School student wanted to explore becoming an EMT this summer until a chance came along through Avenue Scholars … their CNAs through Nebraska Methodist College (NMC) and were recognized at a ceremony June 26 at Iowa Western Community College. Nine earned their certificates through NMC last year, … a registered nurse. "Avenue Scholars is great," Britten said. "They just push people to be the best version of themselves."   The Daily Nonpareil: Students earn CNAs while exploring careers at …

… children made up 3% of cases of COVID-19 in the U.S. a year ago. That figure had increased to 22% at the beginning of May. The increase, he said, likely is due to the fact that children … variant that appears to be more contagious in children. Vaccinating kids is seen as another way to disrupt transmission of the virus. “The best way to stop variants and stop the pandemic is to get as many people in our community …

… rock you - body, mind and spirit. We surround you and your family with support and education to help you during this difficult and emotional time. Methodist Estabrook Cancer Center is adhering to all local and CDC guidelines. As a result, support group offerings may be modified and virtual …

… in his leg and tingling in his feet and fingertips, Justin Chenier found himself struggling to walk. Chenier suspected it was just a pulled muscle. But six weeks later, he’s still in the … In his basement when he started struggling, Chenier crawled upstairs and used his couch to get into a standing position. The Omaha man hemmed and hawed about calling the doctor, but his …

… School and sports physicals bring something every middle schooler and teen looks forward to: updated vaccinations. One vaccine we recommend – but often results in a lot of questions – is … young as 9. The vaccine is most effective from ages 9-12, but teens and young adults ages 13-26 who haven’t been vaccinated or haven’t completed their doses should do so as soon as possible. … have been given in the U.S. and more than 270 million worldwide. The vaccine has a safety and side effect profile similar to other vaccines. Side effects are minor and can include: Headache …

… Down 35 pounds in October 2022, Jamey Bremer was looking forward to his annual wellness visit, which he was sure would come with a pat on the back from his … yet from that imaging appointment, Jamey Bremer and his wife changed course and made their way to Methodist Physicians Clinic . “There have been so many indelible moments in which … who he is. And part of being a supportive spouse and family is supporting him in what he does best. There are patients on the other end who are often caught in the middle of life and death. A …

… Methodist Fremont Health and Methodist Physicians Clinic announced a partnership Tuesday to launch a community COVID-19 vaccination effort. The partnership will begin vaccinating … and will be provided by appointment only on designated days and times. “We are so pleased to be bringing the COVID-19 vaccine to the community while partnering with Methodist Fremont … getting the vaccine. This is a population that is most at risk for COVID-19, so being able to get them vaccinated is a step in the right direction with the pandemic.” Fremont Tribune: Three …

… guidelines, released last month, lower what’s considered high blood pressure from 140 over 90 to 130 over 80. Those with pressure between 120/80 and 130/80 now are considered elevated. As … impacts begins even before a person reaches the high blood pressure mark. Those newly added to the ranks of people with high blood pressure, or hypertension, won’t necessarily start … will be on lifestyle, encouraging patients to cut salt, eat a more heart-healthy diet and get adequate exercise.  "We’re not just going to throw medicines around, as much as we want to …