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… prepared for the final chapter of Gary Landas' life, it turned out the goodbyes would have to wait. Gary never told his family, but he was an organ donor. "He was a little on the fence … were told, he was an organ donor." Cathy wasn’t sure if she could bear being by her husband’s side for the 24 hours needed to find a match, all while a ventilator kept him alive. “If he could … keep him comfortable, I believed her,” Cathy said. “I knew if he could be comfortable, I could get through it too.” WOWT: Man who struggled on ventilator remembered after becoming organ donor …

… at the hospital, they quickly became buddies, visiting each other's rooms — which were next to each other — and tossing out jokes during therapy sessions in the gym. Meanwhile, rehab staff members used some creative approaches, include a trick-or-treating activity, to help the men with their recoveries. Dave was discharged from the hospital on Monday, and Keith … expects to leave Friday, but the pair have exchanged numbers and plan on keeping touch. "You get so close to everybody here," Dave said. "If I hadn't had a stroke, we never would have met."  …

… Whether it’s for a quick lunch or snack, this recipe cuts the calories while letting you get your tuna fix. Serves three   Ingredients Tuna salad 1 6.5 ounce can water-packed tuna, …

… the past year, however, his symptoms worsened, and there were a few extra ones. So he decided to go ahead. The most important message is you’ve got to get screened,” said Dr. Timothy Huyck, a medical oncologist and hematologist at Nebraska …

… before her thyroid surgery at Methodist Hospital recently when she got the first medications to head off pain after the procedure. The cocktail — Tylenol, the nerve drug gabapentin and a sister drug of ibuprofen — also was intended to get her up and feeling well enough to go home that day and to minimize, even eliminate, her …

… Partners in Nebraska’s health information system are taking next steps to improve health outcomes — and the state’s IT workforce — through data. The Nebraska Health Information Initiative, or NEHII, has been working to link patient records collected by physicians, hospitals, pharmacies and other health care … history of a visiting Omahan who lands in her hospital. But so far, that data has been put to limited use with questions involving larger groups of patients, known as population health. …

… Why Methodist? Our urologists are able to take advantage of the latest surgery techniques, including the da Vinci robotic surgical … vision, precision, dexterity and control. It requires only a few small incisions so you can get back to life faster without the usual recovery time needed following traditional open surgery.  …

… teamed up with the Suburban Rotary of Omaha for a foot care clinic that provided assistance to 150 homeless individuals on Saturday, Sept. 22. This is the second year for the partnership … therapy students and faculty members will provide screenings, assessments and education to protect foot health and prevent small issues from developing into chronic health problems, … Mission Holds Clinic to Help the Feed of the Less Fortunate  Omaha World-Herald: 150 Homeless Get Free Health Checks Thanks to Nebraska Methodist College, Suburban Rotary and Open Door       …

… I am a longtime proponent of eating real food – avoiding processed, prepackaged food as best as we can. A balanced diet that includes whole grains, dairy and fresh fruits, vegetables and meats leads to a healthful lifestyle. But beyond the benefits of eating natural foods, there may be some real … than adults from the harmful effects of additives because they eat and drink more, relative to their body weight. The AAP calls for reforms to the U.S. food additive regulatory process.  …

… services – and the people whose dedication makes them so impactful for our communities. To explore career opportunities at Methodist, visit bestcare.org/jobs .   Marcia Keith, MS, BSRT … so important?  The cardiovascular service line provides high-quality cardiac and vascular care to meet the needs of the local community. Specifically at Methodist Jennie Edmundson Hospital, … proud to call Jennie my second home. I love being a part of the Jennie family.   What’s the best thing about your role at Methodist? It’s very rewarding to know that we can make such a huge …