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… Every year, from August 1 - 7, the World Alliance for Breastfeeding Action coordinates with health organizations around the globe to celebrate World Breastfeeding Week and promote the myriad of benefits breastfeeding provides … that she is receiving the proper nutrition. When quality breast milk is available, it is the best choice for you and your growing baby’s health. In fact, exclusive breastfeeding — with no …

… day of school is just around the corner. And while some kids (and parents) are looking forward to heading back to class, others are feeling anxious about what lies ahead – especially students headed to their first year of school. A big year! Kindergarten represents a big step for kids. (And let’s face it; for parents, too!) Following a few simple steps can help ease the … kindergarten and you, sneaking away from them could dissolve that trust – probably not the best idea.  NO CRYING! (I’m looking at you, Mom and Dad.) Keeping a happy, positive attitude is …

… It’s that time of year again when we get together with friends and family to cheer on our favorite football teams. And what would football season be without tailgating … party fare can be loaded with calories, making it easy to overindulge and sabotage our best-laid plans to eat healthier. That doesn’t have to be the case. Try these simple food swaps and tips to make your party healthier. 5 easy swaps for better results Ditch the chips: Hold the potato, tortilla or corn chips and instead serve …

… Methodist Health System is proud to have joined a growing coalition pledging to advance diversity and inclusion in the workplace. … to discuss diversity and inclusion. Participants have already shared more than 1,400 best known actions, exchanging tangible learning opportunities and creating collaborative conversations via the initiative’s unified hub, CEOAction.com . “Diversity and inclusion can be difficult issues to navigate, but if we avoid constructive …

… It was scary. It was empowering. It was one of the best nights of Lindsay Stangl’s life.   “It made me feel alive,” she said. “And made me want to do it again.”   So on Feb. 27, she did – returning to the catwalk one year after her initial … of you, and you find the courage to do it. Something changes when you go through treatment.”  For Lindsay, treatment meant a double mastectomy at 34, following a 2018 breast cancer diagnosis. …

… Methodist Fremont Health is proud to announce that Linda Emanuel, BSN, RN, is the newest member of its board of directors.  “We’re … importance of providing excellent patient care, and I know her insight will be very beneficial for us moving forward.” Emanuel, who resides in rural North Bend, brings 39 years of nursing … of having a locally governed board in place. “Local boards represent their communities’ best interests and strategically set priorities to better serve their populace,” she said. …

… on Cancer This award recognizes cancer programs that achieve excellence in compliance to the CoC Standards and provide the highest quality care to cancer patients   OMAHA - Methodist … accredited cancer programs, and the only hospital in Omaha, to receive this national honor for surveys performed July 1 – December 31, 2016.  The 2016 accreditation marks the second … recipients and health care professionals at other cancer facilities for the purpose of sharing best practices Encourage honorees to serve as quality-care resources to other cancer programs   …

… respiratory syncytial virus – infection by age 2, and it usually causes a mild illness similar to a cold. What’s all the fuss about, then?  In some cases, RSV can pose significant health … seen an unusual rise in the warmer months. As we head into the more traditional time of year for colds, flu and RSV – and the COVID-19 situation remains unpredictable and unsettling – … know that battling congestion can be especially challenging – and taming it can go a long way toward improving their breathing and comfort. Saline drops in the nose can help thin mucus, …

… play, Everything’s A-OK!  Friendly neighbors there, that’s where we meet!  Can you tell me how to get, how to get to Sesame Street?” The power of play In today’s digital world, the experience of free … and Girl Scouts, not leaving much free time. Schools have also reduced the amount of time for free play. Approximately 30 percent of kindergartens have no recess.  Time to learn and …

… and mental exhaustion of material and staff shortages – often enduring the disease themselves to recover and face it all over again. Throughout the pandemic, doctors, nurses and support staff at Methodist Jennie Edmundson Hospital have gone above and beyond to care for patients and each other. At Jennie Edmundson, there’s a battalion of employee ambassadors who … about how you can support the COVID-19 Emergency Response Fund, email jefoundation@nmhs.org or visit jehfoundation.org . …