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… patients need blood, they truly need it,” said Crystal Cover, BSN, RN, a nurse coordinator for Methodist Hospital’s Surgical Services. “It’s not a ‘just in case’ scenario.”    “You never know when you or a family member might be the one in need of that product that is going to help get them through a crisis and keep them alive,” Strong said.   Building the bank During … process takes about 15-20 minutes from the time the order is made to the product making its way to the OR. This blood may or may not be used, but the product is ready if it’s needed. During …

… have been more than 1,000 confirmed cases in over 30 states – and three deaths attributed to the disease. Among the cases is one confirmed in western Nebraska this week. The number 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 … 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 …

… toward adoption. “Other than 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 … 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 … We even pulled our 3-year-old daughter, Melanie, out of day care in March 2020 as a means to avoid unnecessary exposure. I knew the vaccine would have provided one more layer of … 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 …

… isn’t much talking between the “soul mates” anymore. And mealtime doesn’t look how it used to. Shari, 74, still taps into her Mexican heritage to cook Milo some of his favorites, like sopa … here to tell us she’s dying – that this is the end,’” Milo said. “The biggest hesitation for a lot of families is that misconception that palliative care is end-of-life care,” said Todd … really about looking at the whole person – not just the disease – and trying to give them the best life possible.” Methodist nurse practitioner Dana Griffin, DNP, APRN-NP, FNP-BC, Shari’s …

… Nelson Women and Newborns Center at Methodist Jennie Edmundson Hospital marked a joyful end to a year that began with tragedy, when Catania’s first baby was stillborn at 28 weeks gestation … . Calling Hericks a “mama bear,” Catania praised everyone at Jennie Edmundson who’s cared for her. “The amazing staff at Jennie – they really helped me get through the last loss and … “It represents a commitment to the community to provide a space for what I would consider the best obstetric care in the region.” And what ultimately drives patients to Jennie Edmundson is …

… has seen the devastating effects of lung cancer up close. In 2008, her sister-in-law went to the doctor for a persistent cough and chest pain. She was diagnosed with lung cancer, which spread to her … gone in for that test, by the time I started feeling sick or had symptoms, it could have been way too late.”     “It Can Save Your Life” For the next two years, Joellen can expect to meet …

… Tyler Kahle’s Legacy Extends to Protocol Changes, TAD Coalition, Ritter Rules and Beyond In 2002, after the death of … our own walls. Working closely with Mrs. McMillan, who has become a strong patient advocate for improved diagnosis and treatment of thoracic aortic disease (TAD), Methodist continues to … tests. Dr. Piskac explained, “At Methodist, we learned this lesson in the hardest, most tragic way by failing to listen to and act upon a family history of aortic dissection in a 19-year-old …

… Chris Nadler, a stroke and melanoma survivor, has been a Methodist regular for the better part of the past decade. “I’ve gotten extremely good care,” he said. “They listen. … of relying on pain medication alone, the 62-year-old Council Bluffs man trusted a nurse to complete a Healing Touch treatment – a nonpharmacological approach to pain management that … chair, to move forward with pursuing Healing Touch as an additional nonpharmacological way of treating discomfort in patients. “We use a lot of medicines in order to help our patients, …

… also can feel invasive, uncomfortable and, frankly, a little weird. Whether you’re preparing for your first or your fifth, you might be nervous as your pelvic exam approaches, or you might have questions you’ve always wondered about. Either way, knowing what to expect during an exam can help ease anxiety.    Pelvic Exam FAQs Q: Why do I need pelvic …