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Some days are easier than others. Even on your most positive days, all it takes is a tweet or an out-of-stock grocery item to send you spiraling. You miss your friends and family, and you’ve lost track of how many weeks you’ve been at home.  But you know what? You’ve got this. And as you s…

    “Do not let my smile and laughter fool you. I am still terrified of this unknown virus.” – Stephanie Butler, RN, Methodist Jennie Edmundson Hospital Words like that from a frontline worker give the rest of us permission, in a sense, to be scared and fear the unknown. Words like tha…

This week is for you. The one who sacrifices all the things without much thought or thanks. The one who works unending hours, often doing the unimaginable. The one who’s determined to save a life with their own safety on the line. And the one who cries behind a mask in hopes that no one se…

D-Day is coming Let’s face it. Having a baby can make even the most experienced parents anxious. As a childbirth educator, I’ve met new moms and dads nervous about everything from the labor and delivery to what life will be like after bringing baby home. When it comes to welcoming a new little on…

We all know and love them: The grandpas that still give dinosaur rides, build rocking horses and porch swings, and still work despite retirement. Let’s hear it for the grandmas that practice yoga three times a week, come watch the grandkids at the drop of a hat and live for weekly sales at the neare…

Since the COVID-19 pandemic turned lives upside down, Zoom and other video chat services have become a part of daily life for many people. But despite the convenience, there are drawbacks.  The explosion in use of Zoom, Google Hangouts, Skype, FaceTime and other tools has launched an unofficia…

By now, you’ve heard over and over that the coronavirus attacks the lungs. As you monitor your body for symptoms, you’ve been on the lookout for dry cough, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing. But are you also looking for signs of stroke? As coronavirus disease (COVID-19) continues to spre…

As the COVID-19 pandemic has unfolded, most people have done their best to follow recommendations to stay home, wear face masks and practice social distancing.But in recent weeks, experts have noticed a disturbing regression dubbed "quarantine fatigue," in which people, regardless of what their loca…

A lot has changed in our world in the past few months, but some things remain the same. Among them is Methodist Physicians Clinic’s commitment to providing outstanding care to every member of the family, including children.Another is parents’ instinct to protect their kids.You may have canceled…

These last few months have been trying for all of us. As a community, we’ve faced unprecedented challenges. And yet through it all, we’ve shown a remarkable ability to find the strength – both in ourselves and one another – to keep moving forward. Our human capacity for compassion and empathy in tim…