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… patients express their gratitude. “That just tells me I'm making an impact and doing something good,” he said. He earned a bachelor’s degree in biochemistry from the University of …

… and geriatrician at the Geriatric Assessment Clinic at Methodist Physicians Clinic . Caring for people comes naturally for Dr. Donovan, whose father is a pediatrician and mother is a nurse. She found herself helping … a young age. “I feel like I really grew up in the clinic,” she said. “I learned how to be a good caring provider and to be patient-centered. I learned that from my parents and got my love …

… It was a good year for Jennie Edmundson Hospital’s Spirit of Courage fundraising campaign, a Jennie official said … the events approached record levels, Slevin said. Daily Nonpareil: More than $100,000 raised for patient fund     …

… Inner Beauty is a place where woman being treated for breast cancer and even survivors say they come to feel whole again. A woman who went through … Cornish was diagnosed with breast cancer in October 2013. She says although she knew she had a good chance of survival the fear was still there. KMTV: Inner Beauty Boutique empowering women …

… The first day of school, especially kindergarten, can be stressful for both kids and parents. It's emotional to hit this milestone. Dr. Emily Bendlin is a … Hawthorne Court. She says, "separation anxiety with kindergarten is extremely common and the good news, it almost always resolves with time." She recommends parents be open with their children …

… five or six on a Friday, and take them home,” said Ratigan. “They claim they’re buying them for the department … but who knows.” The “secret sauce” So what’s the secret to this savory … doctor’s lounge every day and they’re happy with them.” Bribery? Perhaps. But when it comes to good food, in moderation, everybody wins. “If people ask, we will talk up the Rice Krispies … on what our staff members or guests are in the mood for. We think our brownies are really good. I don’t know why they don’t get the hype.” Want to try the recipe at home? Here it is, …

… the difficult choices some students face. “It is a struggle,” she said. “You need to maintain good grades to keep your scholarship. With the time spent on classes and studying, it’s difficult … he was going to be OK was a huge relief,” she said. “It allowed me to focus on getting good grades.” Harvey was 29 when she started at NMC. The college attracts many nontraditional … said Lisa Johnson, PhD, director of student services at NMC. “It can be very humbling to ask for help, but they are so grateful.” The NMC food pantry started with just a couple of snack …

… can help prevent you from getting sick: properly washing your hands. The most common way for germs to spread is via the hands. Up to 80 percent of all germs travel that way Did You Know? … Myself and My Family Healthy? Your most effective tools for fighting these nasty creatures is good old soap and warm water. And it doesn’t have to be any special kind of soap. Antibacterial … Germs With … Cinnamon? Looking for a great way to show your kids (and even yourself) how good handwashing gets rid of germs? Using a teaspoon of cooking oil and a teaspoon of cinnamon, …

… Stay active. By getting your daily movement in and exercising, you can benefit from the “feel good” endorphins that decrease feelings of depression and help your body deal with stress. … performance.  Get adequate sleep. Sleep is when our body recovers and repairs itself. A good night's rest allows you the ability to tackle stress more easily. When you are tired, you … yourself too thin. Take care of yourself and don’t get overwhelmed.  Keep it simple. Ask for everyone to bring a dish if you are hosting an event at your home. Stay within your budget …

… and the temperatures are low.  During these cold winter months, many of us just don’t do a good job of taking care of ourselves. We tend to be less active and spend more time cooped up … conditions. Second, have your pharmacist or primary care provider review your medications for any contradictions or side effects. For example, someone taking more than four medications … not up to it, don’t be a hero. Ask for help. Adjust indoor lighting. Bad lighting is never a good idea, and it especially doesn’t mix with aging eyes. Install extra lighting where needed to …