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… scheduled that low-dose lung CT scan, or are you still dragging your feet?   As we continue in this new phase of the COVID-19 pandemic and vaccination rates rise, it’s imperative that we … mindsets from crisis management back to preventative care. That’s why Methodist Health System is partnering with the American Cancer Society and the American College of Surgeons Commission on … as early as possible. The message is clear: It’s time to return to cancer screening.   Danger in Delaying We know that the number of people newly diagnosed with cancer in the U.S. and around …

… When people encounter a health crisis, they often have a million questions. How bad is it? How long will I live? How will this impact my everyday life? What about my relationships … but have no idea what I do, and some people have Googled it – and now they’re super confused. In simple terms, palliative care is medical care that aims to relieve suffering and improve … care can start at any point after the diagnosis of a serious disease. Our teams help people in two important ways: We are experts at symptom management. Doctors can ask for our help in …

… households and feel obligated to show up. Small children get into scuffles and shriek or get in the way. The result? Your 40-year-old brother suddenly starts acting like a 9-year-old. Aunt … Sally starts asking intrusive questions. And your mother overcooks the turkey yet again and is close to tears. Before long, “the most wonderful time of the year” becomes a time people … yearn to be appreciated and heard. Be that person your family members treasure. Don’t engage in disagreements. Instead, take a few deep breaths or find a reason to leave the room. Now isn’t …

… You’ve likely stumbled upon it in the grocery store. And you’ve likely seen a few different brands touting to be the best. It … to be true? Maybe. But they may be worth exploring. Understanding collagen The word collagen is derived from the Greek word kolla meaning glue. Like the root suggests, collagen – which makes … important to tell your health care provider about all the supplements you’re taking. Bonus points for those who snap photos of the packaging and supplement facts labels. Preserving our …

…   Katherine (Kasey) Waring, 87, had made quite the comeback after suffering a broken hip in January 2020. She worked hard to get back to 100% so she could continue doing the things she loves: Tai Chi, yoga, visiting friends for coffee, attending daily mass and checking in with her seven children, 21 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. She was well on her way … Methodist Hospital, has taken on a few additional duties. The one that’s kept her the busiest is organizing communication – primarily phone calls – between patients and their loved ones. When …

… Warner says that she’s “always been obsessed with nature.” One example of her obsession is that all four of her children are named after flowers – Lily (10), Violet (9), Rose (4) and … first son. Instead, they decided to name him after a constellation. But during their time in the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) at Methodist Women’s Hospital, one of their nurses … that an Orion is actually a type of unique star flower.   Moving to the Country Warner grew up in Littleton, Colorado. Some of her fondest childhood memories are taking walks with her grandpa …

… The following is one of several profiles featuring Methodist patients who are living with the effects of long … stories: ‘This Story Needs To Be Told’: Omaha Woman Opens Up About Long COVID Struggles in Hopes of Helping Others Long COVID Patient Relies on His Faith and Methodist Doctor Her Port in the Storm: Patient Leans on Methodist Doctor Through Unknowns of Long COVID After fighting for …

… She was celebrating a night out with friends when suddenly it was morning.   She was in a hotel room – her shirt pulled up, her pants pulled down.   “I hurt and knew something bad … Coordinator Jen Tran, MSN, RN, SANE-A Providers With Passion Stories like this unfold daily in the Omaha area, and Methodist’s growing SANE/SART program is a leader in providing needed care. Methodist providers saw roughly 350 survivors at its …

…   Nurses in handmade gowns Fremont and Dodge County have been through challenging times over the years. There have been floods, building explosions, fires and now a pandemic. As in many communities across Nebraska, when tragedy or hard times strike, it’s the people who step … “Our surgical teams made us aware of the Halyard material that covers surgical supplies and is often used for draping,” Shanahan said. “This was being thrown away, and the thought was that …

… didn’t find any evidence of hereditary disease,” said Jen, who works as a nurse navigator in Methodist Estabrook Cancer Center’s Breast Care Center. “But back then, they really only … marker for breast cancer. Fast forward to today, and another diagnosis of breast cancer in Jen’s family. Knowing the advances that had been made in hereditary risk assessment, Jen urged … 69-year old aunt to undergo genetic testing.  “With the advancement of genetic testing there is always more to learn and grow,” Jen said. “Any information we can get along the way to help in …