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Medical Records 101: What To Have To Help Your Doctor and Yourself

… your medical records? Your top priority may not be making sure you and your doctor have access to your records. But just as you keep your driver’s license current and handy, you should keep … dental records available. Diabetic patients need their vision records. What’s the best way to save and access my records? There are many options, and you should consider employing more … Having an up-to-date home record or access to a patient portal also can help make that first visit with your new physician more efficient. Immunization data: Vaccines are given at certain …
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It’s Time To Return to Cancer Screening

… vaccination rates rise, it’s imperative that we shift our mindsets from crisis management back to preventative care. That’s why Methodist Health System is partnering with the American Cancer … Surgeons Commission on Cancer as we join health systems and organizations across the country to improve cancer screening rates and stop cancers as early as possible. The message is clear: … to stop cancer as early as possible. For more information on screenings or to find a provider, visit bestcare.org . …
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7 Tips for Surviving (Family-Induced) Holiday Stress

… holiday season can be the most stressful time of the year. Reunions at any time of year tend to have their share of conflict, and holiday gatherings especially can be emotionally charged. …   A Recipe for Conflict When some families get together, it doesn’t take long for the past to take over. Old patterns and roles quickly fall into place. Innocent comments are … childhood memories resurface and long-held resentments are expressed. Relatives are likely to have differing opinions on politics, religion and how to raise children. Everyone, of course, …
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Hospice Care is Quality of Life Care

… weeks and months earlier. The uncomfortable conversation Studies have shown that when it comes to the “uncomfortable conversation” surrounding entering hospice care, there is a giant disconnect. Families are waiting for the doctor to bring it up while the doctors are waiting for the family to broach the subject. Each is wondering why the other doesn’t see the signs health is on a …
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The Core of What We Do: Methodist Women’s Hospital VP Patty Bauer Witnesses The Meaning of Care Daily

… services – and the people whose dedication makes them so impactful for our communities. To explore career opportunities at Methodist, visit bestcare.org/jobs .   Patty Bauer, RN, RRT Vice President, Women’s Hospital     Why is the women’s health service line so important? How does this service line contribute to The Meaning of Care ? The women’s health service line is so unique. We are very fortunate to
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A Focus on Staying Alcohol-Free

… of my patients about the dangers of alcohol. Underage and binge drinking is risky. It can lead to car accidents, violent behavior, alcohol poisoning, and other health problems. Drinking at a young age greatly increases the risk of developing alcohol problems later in life. Talking to kids early and openly about the risks of drinking can help reduce their chances of becoming problem drinkers. This National Drug and Alcohol Facts Week ® is a great opportunity to link students with scientists and other experts to counteract the myths about drugs and …