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… gearing up for the Third Annual Community Health Fair at Minne Lusa Elementary Tuesday, April 26 from 5 – 6:30 p.m. Nursing students from the college will again host this important community … which provides a free hot meal, raffle tickets, prizes and fun activities. The fair’s aim is to provide education and engage families in healthy activities.  Children will receive vital … Mass Index, blood pressure, lead presence and more.  Attendees will also have the opportunity to interact and participate with many healthcare and community organizations, including North …

… An hour lost… Last weekend, Daylight Savings Time forced us to spring ahead – losing an hour of sleep. This week, I think it’s safe to say many of us are … don’t feel rested or get enough sleep, we try to compensate by eating too much.  Sleep is the best way to recharge our human battery, and is essential for metabolism, muscle recovery and mental …

… can be managed and treated under ideal circumstances. That’s all the more reason for everyone to take seriously diseases like COVID-19 and do all we can to protect ourselves and others by … cause: Shortness of breath Frequent coughing Increased phlegm or sputum production The single best way to prevent or slow the progression of COPD is to stop smoking. And if you don’t smoke, don’t …

… To learn more about the Methodist My Care patient portal, click here . To access Methodist My … with patients. Their busy schedules. Our busy schedules,” she said. “The portal has been the best thing ever for us to be able to communicate.” Holm explained how a patient can send a secure … typed out or displayed in a photo or PDF. Her response via the portal reveals another way it provides peace of mind. “It’s huge for patients when it’s in writing and you can go back …

… 10 colds each year – twice as many as adults. That leaves many parents asking: What can we do to help? What causes a cold? Knowing a cold’s origin is a good place to start. Most colds are the … aches In many cases, a cold simply has to run its course. As a parent, you know your child best. If you’re concerned, call us so we can help you provide the best care possible. Is there … infections. Colds, on the other hand, or viruses don’t respond to antibiotics in the same way. I also don’t recommend giving over-the-counter medications to children under age 2 because …

… specialist with the Methodist Hospital Driver Rehabilitation Program , provides services to clients with a range of abilities and challenges. There are new drivers who need training … at the past and just move forward.”   The freedom of driving   For Anderson, 51, driving was a way of life. Whether he was working as a taxi driver or truck driver, or simply getting his … adaptive equipment to resume driving safely. “For many clients, this is a place where they can get one-on-one training with somebody who is in a vehicle that has an adaptive brake and …

… days after turning 10 months old in July, John Bolen McClinton – Buddy for short – returned to the place he was born for the next step in his developmental journey. Born at 24 weeks at … families like the McClintons who spent time in the region’s busiest NICU.  “It’s a really nice way to come full circle for these kiddos,” said Sheri Kimmey, MSN, RNC-NIC, ELBW, NDCS, a … care specialist at Women’s Hospital. “We work so hard when we’re here to help them have the best possible outcome they can have. But then we’re going to bring you back and make sure that …

… LMNT, LD, went on maternity leave this summer, she wrote down a list of questions she wanted to remember to ask upon her return to working with the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) and telemetry … “Across the system, the dietitians are stellar,” Garvin said. “I genuinely think we have the best of the best. It’s one of the reasons I wanted to work for Methodist – I can rely on my … a hard time right now, I do see a lot of checking in on people – asking if they’re OK.”  “You Get to Feel the Difference You’re Making” Across the health system, Juddi said, the dietitians …

… loss goal is rarely easy. It comes with hard work and discipline, as well as knowing where to start. I often tell my patients at Methodist Physicians Clinic Regency that keeping three key things in mind can help them on their way to a healthy lifestyle. 1. Shop smart Maintaining a healthy diet starts with knowing what … Playing with your kids at the park  Going for a bike ride  Jogging on a treadmill For the best overall workout plan, alternate days of aerobic training with strength training, such as …

… When other therapies have failed, a hysterectomy is often the best solution for women suffering any number of gynecologic conditions. A hysterectomy – the … patient’s age and other clinical factors. Robotic-Assisted Technology There are several ways to perform a hysterectomy. Minimally invasive methods are usually attempted whenever possible … team, working toward a better quality of life – and a hysterectomy can serve as the bridge to get you there. …