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Sure, you know how old you are, but how old is your heart?Unlike your actual age, your heart’s age is much more than just a number. It’s an important indicator of your overall cardiovascular health. And ideally, it’s the same age as you or younger, which translates to a lower risk of heart disease.S…

As parents, we know that comparing our kids to other kids – even our own – is something we should avoid. But it’s easier said than done, right? If Sammy started talking early, why isn’t that true for Simon? If Aly is a social butterfly, why isn’t Alex?Especially as first-time parents, we tend to see…

Home health nurse Crystal Godin was a key member of the team supporting Emma Eichelberger and her daughter, Hayden, after the baby’s birth in October. Nine weeks after her daughter was born, Emma Eichelberger brought baby Hayden to the Methodist Physicians Clinic Women's Center in Fremont for an app…

Why Methodist?A cancer diagnosis can be life altering and impact many aspects of your life – including nutrition. But you’re not alone. Our registered oncology dietitians will walk you through a comprehensive, individualized plan designed to promote healing, improve your quality of life and minimize…

In stroke readiness, we have a saying: Time is brain.Every minute that passes following a stroke could mean the loss of precious brain cells – and the difference between a positive and negative outcome. That’s why when it comes to detecting a stroke, we urge everyone to BE FAST.BE FASTEach letter in…

Event DescriptionMethodist is hosting an in-person career fair for anyone interested in working at Methodist Fremont Health, Dunklau Gardens or Methodist Physicians Clinic locations in Fremont. Attendees are invited to meet with department leaders for onsite interviews and to explore clinical and no…

OK, so it’s not that kids love sharing lice, but they love sharing in general. It’s something they’re taught at an early age. That’s a good thing! Bravo, Mom and Dad. But as kids go back to school, it’s important we teach them what not to share. What are lice?Easily transferable, lice are tiny insec…

Nearly everyone has been touched by asthma or knows someone who has. In fact, asthma is one of the most common chronic diseases today, affecting about 25 million Americans.  Those living with the chronic condition know how miserable an asthma attack can be. And while there’s no cure for asthma, it …

Saturday marks a milestone in the fight against HIV/AIDS: the 30th annual World AIDS Day.Since the height of the epidemic in the mid-1980s, the number of people newly infected with HIV has reduced dramatically – by more than two-thirds. And thanks to better treatments, the number of people with HIV …

The decision to get screened for prostate cancer is deeply personal. Making that decision begins with knowing the facts.What Is Prostate Cancer Screening?The point of any cancer screening is to find cancer before it causes symptoms or spreads. This is especially important when it comes to prostate c…