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…   Lorie Olson Endometrial & Brain Cancer Survivor "Hope is such a strong word," says Lorie Olson, who beat endometrial cancer and then faced glioblastoma multi forme, the most aggressive and deadly brain cancer. As Lorie's … Her team was determined to give Lorie her best chance of survival. Today, Lorie is cancer-free and enjoying a full life spending time with her family and grandchildren. …

… For years, a smelter, spread lead dust across a large portion of Omaha, and area children are still paying the price. Kiley Petersmith, an assistant professor and coordinator of public health policy at Nebraska Methodist College, was interviewed for an … from getting from our environment into our kids,” said Petersmith about the issue. Flatwater Free Press: The EPA was considering a massive lead cleanup in Omaha. Then Trump shifted guidance. …

… The seeds were sown as a free health clinic and a food pantry for the poor, but now look — they are sprouting into an uncommon $10 million … the hungry, healing the sick, tending the soul.” It will include the Methodist Health System and Lutheran Family Services as well as volunteers from many faiths. Omaha World-Herald's Mike …

… You might swear that you’ve settled into a new norm and routine – that this whole pandemic thing is hardly an issue anymore. But yet remembering … for yourself? The same nighttime rituals your children have can do wonders for you, too. Bonus points for adding relaxing aromas and low light. Pick up a book. Read an uplifting devotional or … 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 …

… E. coli contamination. Now, a Douglas County resident has tested positive for the bacteria – and the case is linked to romaine lettuce grown near Yuma, Arizona. The person became ill about three weeks ago and has since recovered, but it’s an eye-opening reminder that E. coli outbreaks can and will …

… Flu season is here It’s hard to believe, but the flu season is already officially here. Our Methodist Physicians Clinic providers are already seeing cases of the cold and flu. That’s why I tell my patients – if you are or will be pregnant this flu season, the time … I often tell my patients that as pregnant women, they have the immunity of a little old lady and can’t fight illness as well. Therefore, they are at just as much risk as the elderly to …

… life. Decades later, she counts the experience as a turning point. “Because his surgeons and medical team didn’t give up on him, my dad survived, and he’s been one of the most important people in my life,” she said. “My family was forever changed for the better because of that experience, and because of that, since childhood I’ve known I wanted to work in the medical field to give …

… students seeing pink. That’s because, to announce its online mammography program , the nursing and allied health institution has turned its entire website the color that signifies unwavering … health. The formation of this program coincides with National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and as such, visitors can expect the web transformation to last the entirety of October. “What a … the requirements needed to attain Mammography (M) credentials on their license. Two entry points are available. Practicing RTs may earn the certificate independent of other coursework, …

… Each day, nearly 2,000 people under age 18 smoke their first cigarette, and more than 300 become daily cigarette smokers. If smoking continues at the current rate, 5.6 … culminates with an art project in which each student portrays their commitment to a tobacco-free life. One student is chosen as a grand prize winner from a pool of finalists. This year’s winner is Tess Crenshaw, …