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… Eric Villanueva, MD, points to his pediatrician as a major influence on his health and eventual career in medicine. Facing worsening asthma and the risk for diabetes as a child, Dr. Villanueva lost 80 … who cares for patients at  Methodist Physicians Clinic and  Methodist Hospital . “My job is really to be kind of a quality-of-life physician. I love working with patients facing …

… Phone calls began pouring in as floodwaters surrounded Fremont on Friday, March 15. That was the day the city became a … outside of Dodge on Wednesday, March 13, she knew there was little chance of returning to work in Fremont on Friday.  Road closures and detours caused by flooding turned her normally 35-minute … a call to Norfolk, where Faith Regional Health Services has a catheterization laboratory and is equipped to care for patients with heart conditions. Despite dangerous travel conditions, the …

… Dan McCann and his wife, Kelly, have been involved with Team in Training since 2004.   As Methodist Hospital Foundation ’s director of communications, Dan … collaborating with colleagues on new initiatives. Whatever the task, it’s done with one goal in mind. “We get to help,” McCann said. “We have a role in touching the lives of tens of … while celebrating healthy living and impactful giving. Making a positive impact on others is nothing new for McCann. Since 2004, he’s been involved with Team In Training , which raises …

… The pool is a great place to cool off in the summertime heat. It’s also a great place to get in a workout – getting drenched with cool water instead of sweat! Benefits of exercising in water …

… Struggling with Life Every day, there are people around us who struggle with life. It is not always easy to recognize when that struggle is close to being fatal, especially when it … if they have talked that way one day and the next day they don’t seem to have a care in the world, please take notice. This could be a sign they have decided to die and are at peace … are the friends and families of those who are considering suicide. Don’t ignore sudden changes in behavior, whether negative or positive. Be available at inconvenient times. Demonstrate care …

… serve their recurrent needs. That’s when the Caring for Our Communities (CFOC) program steps in. Created in 2012, CFOC connects people with community health and behavioral health “coaches” who will help … education and affordable medications, and navigate the health care exchange. CFOC is based at Methodist Jennie Edmundson Hospital and is available throughout Western Iowa at no …

… the sunscreen ingredients your body absorbs could give you cancer.   If you read nothing else in this particular article, read this: DON’T STOP WEARING SUNSCREEN.   Active Ingredients in Sunscreen A recent study  confirmed that at least four active sunscreen ingredients can be … ingredients – like zinc oxide and titanium dioxide – in mineral sunscreen. Mineral sunscreen is generally better tolerated by people with sensitive skin and doesn’t cause coral reef damage …

… OMAHA – Focused on the transformation of the health care landscape in Omaha, the Nebraska Health Network (NHN) today named Lee Handke as its CEO. He will begin his duties on March 30. The Nebraska Health Network is an accountable care organization formed in 2010 between Methodist Health System and Nebraska Medicine . As an accountable care …

… has to showing cardiac patients The Meaning of Care.” The Mission: Lifeline program’s goal is to reduce system barriers to prompt treatment for heart attacks, including the 911 call, EMS … for treatment through emergency procedures to reestablish blood flow to blocked arteries in heart attack patients. Jennie Edmundson also has received the American Heart … Stroke Association, stroke is the No. 5 cause of death and a leading cause of adult disability in the United States. On average, someone in the U.S. suffers a stroke every 40 seconds, and …

… Is it time? “How do I know when my child is ready to stay home alone?” It’s a question I hear … and foremost, ask your child if they are comfortable staying home alone. This is a big step in your child’s development, and if they are uneasy about being left alone, it can lead to … and foremost, ask your child if they are comfortable staying home alone. This is a big step in your child’s development, and if they are uneasy about being left alone, it can lead to …