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… be a positive experience that helps them build confidence and life skills. While the ability for a child to stay home on their own is ultimately a judgment call from the parents, here are … How many children will be left at home at once? Do you trust the older children to help care for the younger? How safe is your neighborhood? Does your child know how to lock the doors and … are things you can do as a parent to help the transition: Do a trial run. Leave the child home for a short period of time and make yourself easy to reach during that time. When you come back, …

… Surgical’s Thoracic Oncology Mobile Experience (TOME) truck and “test drive” some of the latest lung cancer care technology when it made its first stop in Nebraska on June 27.  … view/maneuver the same robotic systems that have led to improved outcomes and quality of life for countless Methodist patients.  The truck’s visit was in celebration of Methodist Hospital’s 1,000 th Ion robotic bronchoscopy case and its …

…   Signs of Child Abuse and Neglect The pandemic has created incredibly high amounts of stress for families in so many areas of life. Trauma and stress can interfere with a caregiver’s ability … Caregiver mental health, substance abuse and domestic violence are all risk factors for child abuse and have all been concerns during the pandemic. There are several categories of … or supervisory needs of a child. The signs of abuse and neglect aren’t always easy to look for. As our social circles widen again with COVID-19 vaccinations, you might be able to help a …

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… With recent news of a hepatitis outbreak that has sickened over 100 children and killed at least five across … need liver transplants.   Hepatitis and Vaccination Pediatricians routinely vaccinate children for hepatitis A and B. There is no vaccine for hepatitis C. While this hepatitis outbreak hasn’t been associated with known hepatitis …

… plays lead guitar – and a lead role – in an innovative music therapy pilot program. It’s the latest layer of support offered through Harper’s Hope , a comprehensive and ever-expanding cancer survivorship program. “This is an incredible opportunity,” said Kozol who works for Music Speaks LLC . “The fact that Methodist wants to do research and measure how music …   How to Help To support Harper’s Hope and help improve cancer survivors’ quality of life, visit SupportMethodist.org . “Maybe it’s $20 or $50. All of that adds up and can really help …

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… the wheel. And there are some like Anderson – recovering from a spinal cord injury and looking for a path to drive again with the use of adaptive equipment. “When I first met Brian, he was … independence and livelihood were taken away. While hauling freight from Missouri to Omaha in a 26-foot truck, he experienced a transient ischemic attack (TIA), a temporary blockage of blood … Since then, Anderson has moved to Arizona, but he still drives back to Nebraska to visit family and friends. Next up: more travel, finding a driving job that suits him and being …

… women and babies in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU). “The main thing is that it’s for everyone’s safety,” said Abby Soener, a greeter at Methodist Hospital . “We don’t do it to be … said she had to learn how to deal with various reactions when telling visitors about the latest policies. “A greeter’s job is to find a friendly compromise and explain to them that until … . “You have to have a positive attitude and a smile on your face. You set the tone for the visit.” For Weaver, one of the most rewarding parts of the job is getting to know people who …

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