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… A few weeks ago, I wrote an article about why social isolation and loneliness are on the rise in the United States and how harmful they both can be. Then within … in terrible danger of a large portion of the population suffering prolonged isolation. This is a collective problem, so it will take a collective effort to stay connected with each other. … licensed professional counselor from the Methodist Hospital Community Counseling Program. The free, confidential service can be accessed by dialing (402) 815-8255 (TALK) and is available …

… Eric Lockett’s career was taking off. He had an office job with a well-known Omaha employer, and he was pursuing his master’s degree. But below the surface, Eric’s mental and physical health … became an afterthought. “It wasn’t exactly healthy how I was treating my body,” said Eric, who is 51. “I wasn’t taking care of myself.” As his body was “breaking down,” he also experienced a … coaster. He boarded the mobile center again in the spring for an A1C test and learned about a free lifestyle modification class for people at risk for Type 2 diabetes. He knew he needed help, …

… their masks. “For the staff to see one of the first COVID patients to leave the hospital alive and reasonably healthy at that point really made an impact on everybody,” said Custard, vice … 527,000 Americans. Looking back, administrators recounted the staffers’ teamwork, compassion and heroism. Fremont Tribune: Hospital leaders look back one year after start of pandemic …

… your call to the appropriate physician Complete the details necessary for admission Coordinate and expedite nursing unit and bed arrangements Contact you when a bed has been assigned Serve as a point-of-contact for … Health System facilities, including Nebraska Methodist Hospital, Methodist Women’s Hospital and Methodist Fremont Health, please contact (402) 354-XFER . To request transfer of patient to …

… said Haleigh Grieve, BSN, RN, a nurse in the Progressive Care Unit at Methodist Hospital. “And so I do.” Following in her mother’s footsteps, Grieve became a nurse in December 2017 … influenced her. “I’ve been on this floor for five years,” she explained. “I started as a CNA and transitioned as a nurse.”   A kind, gentle and calming demeanor Her decision to pursue a career in nursing is something Heather Christy considers a blessing. “She was assigned to my mom’s room for a …

… do not offer COVID-19 testing or vaccinations. Should you get tested? We urge anyone who is feeling symptomatic to contact your Methodist primary care provider. Testing options may be … Testing Locations The local health departments in our service area offer a number of testing and vaccination options for the community. …

… get helpful advice from our lactation consultants to ease the return to the workplace. This is a FREE virtual class. Complete the form below to participate.   …

… With COVID-19 cases on the rise, Methodist Fremont Health President and CEO Brett Richmond said the hospital is stretched thin. “At any point in the last two years, we’re busier now than we’ve ever been, even more so than we were last November and December,” he said. The hospital system is experiencing its largest influx of COVID-19 …

… coordinates with health organizations around the globe to celebrate World Breastfeeding Week and promote the myriad of benefits breastfeeding provides moms, babies and society. As part of the celebration, Methodist is hosting an informational event on Aug. 7, 2018, at the Omaha Children's Museum. Resources … help address them with same-day appointments. In addition to one-on-one assistance, we offer free support groups and classes at Methodist Women’s Hospital and Methodist Jennie Edmundson …

… they want to make an impact," she said, acknowledging that publicity about salary increases and loan payback programs also have helped spur interest. For those who don't want to work … once they're in the door, Carlson said.   Nebraska Methodist College, for instance, offers a free  student nursing assistant program  that allows people 16 and older to study to become … last year for traditional bachelor's of nursing students.  Carlson said the college also is doing more to reach out to minority communities and has a free master's program for existing …