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… brain activity. But that activity soon stopped. After several days without much promising news, the reality was clear: A lack of oxygen to John’s brain before his arrival made a recovery … could save somebody’s else’s life, he surely would want to,” Carrie said.    Honored to Care for John Despite the circumstances, Carrie and Michaela said they were touched by the care and … guidelines in place due to COVID-19, the staff took steps to ensure the family had the latest information on John’s condition. Among the staff members who made a lasting impact were …

… cycle and sex life. I get it. There can be a lot of anxiety that comes with your annual OB/GYN visit. And while that visit can be uncomfortable, it’s important. Even more important is a … must know. Are you sexually active? Sex can impact your health in a variety of ways. For example, it’s possible to have an STD and not even know it. If left untreated, it can cause … vagina is “self-cleaning.” It doesn’t need anything extra to make it clean. A mild, fragrance-free soap and water to the outside is sufficient for hygiene. Some women feel best if they can …

… point, most of the U.S. population has some immunity against COVID-19. On March 1, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) updated its recommendations for people with COVID-19 and … know People with a respiratory infection, including COVID-19, should stay home until they’re free of symptoms and haven’t been using fever-reducing medication for at least 24 hours. After … should get the updated COVID-19 vaccine to help prevent infection. People who received the latest vaccine saw approximately a 54% increase in protection against symptomatic COVID-19 …

… of six HPV vaccination COP sites, and its participation is funded by a grant from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention through 2023. In total, 21 health systems have been selected as COP sites, with Methodist being the first in Nebraska. The announcement is the latest in Methodist’s efforts to educate patients, providers and our community about the … trials . To learn more about the American Cancer Society’s efforts to eliminate cancer, visit cancer.org .       …

… Center, vascular lab and cardiopulmonary rehabilitation teams each received reaccreditations for their dedication to patient-centered care and commitment to meeting the latest standards of care. The Methodist Jennie Edmundson Hospital Cardiovascular Diagnostic … Accreditation Commission (IAC). The award recognizes the cardiovascular diagnostic center for maintaining echocardiography accreditation for 25 years. “Echocardiography has seen many …

… Mendlik arrived at Methodist Women’s Hospital only to soon find herself in the operating room for an emergency C-section following fetal heart decelerations.  After a short neonatal intensive … parameters,” Cockle said. Members of Mendlik’s care team, for example, had asked OT to pay a visit to their very petite patient given her previous complications. “To expect that everyone is … Mendlik feels blessed to be able to enjoy such precious moments between the two of them pain-free – something she credits her OT team with. “I think the fact that Women’s even thought about …

… NBC's "Nightly News With Lester Holt" reported Tuesday on the latest with the COVID-19 vaccine, as well as the … health care providers when there's just nothing more that you can do for somebody." "Nightly News With Lester Holt": CDC Panel Votes on Who Should Receive Vaccine First …

… disease specialist Jessica Jones, MD, was among the local experts to weigh in on the latest trends in the Omaha area. “It takes a lot more to have a young healthy person get into the …

… to get to Sesame Street?” The power of play In today’s digital world, the experience of free play and make-believe pretend play – like the kind you see every day on "Sesame Street" – … scheduled with activities such as piano lessons, basketball and Girl Scouts, not leaving much free time. Schools have also reduced the amount of time for free play. Approximately 30 percent of kindergartens have no recess.  Time to learn and …

… Women's Hospital offer blood conservation programs, which reduce or eliminate the need for donor blood transfusions. This comprehensive approach to patient care results in: Less viral … blood needs before, during and after your hospital stay. We use medication therapy and the latest technology to offer you the best possible outcome. …