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New recommendationsFor years, I have recommended the shingles vaccine for those over the age of 60. Now, there’s a new, safer, more effective vaccine for people of all ages.The vaccine, Shingrix, was recently approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) as safe and effective for adults 50…

Knowledge is powerOne in eight people don’t know their HIV status. It’s a staggering number that can be critical when it comes to stopping the spread of HIV and AIDS.HIV and AIDS impact all walks of life. In 2016, there were 2,375 Nebraskans and 2,510 Iowans known to be living with HIV. In fact, las…

A fantastic questionAs a fertility specialist, couples often ask me what they can do to optimize their own natural fertility. What steps can they take to help them get pregnant? And in all honesty, it’s a fantastic question.In full disclosure, human reproduction is a complicated process that fails m…

Methodist Fremont Health is honored to offer grief support groups for anyone who’s experienced the loss of a loved one. The groups – which focus on coping with grief – are supportive and educational in nature, and there’s no cost to attend. Regardless of when a loved one’s death occurred, everybody …

Lean to the leftLean to the rightStand up, sit downFight, fight, fightGo team!My seventh-grade social studies teacher was a big Ohio State football fan. On Fridays in the fall, he’d have our whole class yell this cheer at the top of our lungs just before the final bell rang. He knew exactly how many…

Step inside the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit at Methodist Women's Hospital, in Omaha, and you'll notice it's soft and quiet. Outside isn't exactly ear-splitting, either. It's all with the babies in mind. Gerrad and Nicole Moore of Omaha are the proud parents of twins - Liam and Avery. Mom and …

An eye on eye healthEvery summer we pay special attention to protect your skin against harmful UV rays and risk of skin cancer. But the summer months are also prime time for keeping an eye on eye health. With more time outdoors, there is increased exposure to bright sunlight and the elements. Just l…

Second semester has begunIt is a new year and can be a time of new beginnings for kids in school. Students can enter their second semester with a new outlook and with new goals. For some children with ADHD, school can be even more of a challenge. There are medications for ADHD to help with focus; ho…

Around the cornerIn a few short days, it will be Christmas morning. The wrapping paper will fly. Gifts will be exchanged.It is easy to go overboard in the toy department for kids.  When asked for advice, I tell my patients that there are ways to make sure the toys you are buying for your child, gran…

Bright pink tutusIt was easy to spot them at the Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure.A gaggle of giggling women, ringed with bright pink tutus.“Our team name, is ‘Tatas and Tutus,’” said Peggy Cox, the ringleader of the group. “We’re a group of work friends and friends who have known one another for ma…