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… – even if those patients are only a few minutes old. Dozens of measures have been taken to ensure the safety of patients, staff and visitors during the COVID-19 pandemic. Many of these … Edmundson Hospital and Jennie Edmundson Foundation . Most recently, federal funds were used to purchase a Giraffe OmniBed Carestation for the Methodist Jennie Edmundson Level II … the birth story they dream of.” To learn how you can donate to the Women and Newborns unit, visit the online donation page at jehfoundation.org/donate-today .   Pictured above: OB/GYN Dr. …

… 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 … recovered, but it’s an eye-opening reminder that E. coli outbreaks can and will strike close to home. According to the CDC, there have been 172 E. coli cases, including one death, in 32 … signs of E. coli, talk with your Methodist Physicians Clinic primary care provider. Or you can visit us anytime at the Methodist Physicians Clinic Infectious Disease Clinic for more …

… BMI calculator .   Obesity affects fertility Being overweight can hinder a woman’s ability to achieve pregnancy. There is a higher rate of menstrual abnormalities in women who are … 27 kg/m2 have three times the risk of anovulation (not making an egg every month) compared to their thinner counterparts.  Obesity also affects pregnancy chances when it comes to fertility treatments. Increased BMI is associated with decreased responsiveness to both oral …

… couples achieve pregnancy, but successful outcomes aren’t always guaranteed.  It’s important to know that most failed IVF cycles are due to random genetic abnormalities in the embryo(s). Inefficiencies in reproduction Unfortunately, … Health Specialists , all our patients are offered carrier screening at their first visit. Carrier testing is optional but encouraged to help ensure the best outcome possible for …

… have especially been on the rise among young women. A 2017 study looked at rates from 2010 to 2017 and found a 50% increase among women ages 25-30 and a 21% increase among women ages … and figures can be overwhelming, but they’re a sobering reminder that there’s important work to be done. If you’re sexually active, consider three simple actions: Talk. Test. Treat.    Talk … and providers, and protecting yourself with vaccines. For comprehensive resources on STDs, visit the CDC’s website . If you’re experiencing symptoms or want to be tested for STDs, contact …

… It’s not uncommon for Methodist patients to go out of their way to say “thanks.” Whether it’s through a heartfelt letter, a token of appreciation, an award nomination or a visit to say “thank you” in person, they never cease to amaze us with their kindness, devotion …

…   Next to the fresh daisies and boxes of Cinnabon rolls sat a half-dozen pints of multiple varieties of … Ooey Gooey Blue St. Louis, Blackstone Butter Brickle and Salted Caramel, there was a flavor to match everyone’s individual taste. It was a unique offering for a Methodist Hospital DAISY … To nominate a nurse at Methodist Hospital or Methodist Women’s Hospital for the DAISY Award, visit bestcare.org/daisy . …

… The College of Healthcare Information Management Executives (CHIME) is pleased to announce that Methodist Health System has earned 2021 CHIME Digital Health Most Wired … and Ambulatory Level 7. The CHIME Digital Health Most Wired program conducts an annual survey to assess how effectively health care organizations apply core and advanced technologies into … to improve the health and care in the communities they serve. For more information, please visit  chimecentral.org. …

… Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR). “The Patriot Award was created by ESGR to publicly recognize individuals who provide outstanding support and cooperation to their employees who, like the citizen warriors before them, have answered their nation’s call … United States. For more information about ESGR outreach programs or volunteer opportunities, visit www.esgr.mil . …

… you’ve likely been asked when visiting your health care provider. But do you really need to report everything – even the same daily multivitamin you’ve been taking for months? The short answer is yes. And for good reason.   What We Need To Know About Some individuals – especially those who are younger and healthier – are quick to say they don’t take any medications when their provider asks. If this sounds like you, take a …