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… Many people, especially men, don’t visit the doctor’s office – or even start thinking about their health – until something doesn’t … we’d all be much better off if we adopted healthy habits early in life. Whatever you can do to improve your health at a younger age, the better off you’re going to be in the long run.   In … closest thing that I’ve seen is physical activity. If you keep your body moving, that’s the way you maintain your functionality as you age.    We’re Here to Help As you age, it’s important …

… The Institute for Career Advancement Needs (ICAN) , in partnership with Kiewit, is proud to announce the fifth recipient of the ICAN Leadership Award. Josie Abboud, president and CEO of … & Lymphoma Society, 6-state High Plains Division board of the American Cancer Society, United Way’s 2013 Campaign, Community Health Charities and Child Saving Institute. “I am very blessed, … dedicated work during the pandemic and every day.” For additional information on the award, visit icanglobal.net/our-work/leadership-award/.  Nominations for the 2021 ICAN Leadership Award …

… In vitro fertilization (IVF) with testicular/epididymal biopsy: Sperm is removed and used to fertilize the woman’s eggs. There are pros and cons to both procedures, but before considering what’s best for you and your significant other, it’s a good idea for your female partner to be evaluated. The …

… is the most common sexually transmitted disease in the U.S., with about 85% of people exposed to it at some point in their lifetimes.  The good news is that HPV-related cancers are more … are fatal. Each patient is different, and a surgical tumor board will help identify the best treatment option specifically designed for each individual patient.   Preventing HPV Abstaining from oral, vaginal and anal sex is the best way to prevent an HPV infection. You can lower the risk of infection by: Using condoms whenever …

… evening of May 15, Andy Kendeigh opened his Methodist patient portal account while preparing for his next KETV sports segment.  The results were in from an MRI he received earlier that day … words “discitis osteomyelitis.”  Between the 6 p.m. and 10 p.m. newscasts, Kendeigh decided to Google “osteomyelitis.” He didn’t like what he saw.   “There were mortality rates connected to … May, his colleagues at KETV encouraged him to get checked out because he could barely make his way around the newsroom and struggled to put on his suit jacket.   After a couple of visits to …

… When Melinda Rawlings’ grandfather Cecil Miller was transferred to the Methodist Hospital Progressive Care Unit for COVID-19 treatment in November, Rawlings knew he was in the best hands. She took comfort in him being under the care of the 6 North team – a group that had … The DAISY Team Award – national awards that recognize extraordinary care in nursing. “It was a way to honor my grandpa and a way to honor Kristin and the 6 North team for what they do – …

… experience a ruptured quadriceps tendon – when the tissue connecting the quadriceps muscles to the kneecap is completely torn. Kevin Rothermund was “doubly unfortunate,” Dr. Cheng said, … hospital in Missouri Valley, where he learned that the nearest facility able to properly care for him was Methodist Jennie Edmundson Hospital . “I’m sure glad it happened that way because of the people there,” he said.     A Partnership With Patients in Mind After his …

… She’s grateful she can meet them where they are. “Having additional support at school is huge for so many students,” Lord said. She is one of 18 state-licensed, master’s level counselors who … re-engaging in normal social and peer interactions. She takes a highly individualized approach to supporting them and others. “We work to identify the areas where they’re struggling socially … help support the Community Counseling Program and its efforts to meet students where they are, visit SupportMethodist.org . Please note “Methodist Community Counseling” in the comments.   …

… — Methodist Hospital recently attained Magnet recognition for the fourth time, a testament to its continued dedication to high-quality nursing practice. The American Nurses Credentialing … judges health care organizations. U.S. News & World Report’s annual showcase of “America’s Best Hospitals” includes Magnet recognition in its ranking criteria for quality of inpatient … process includes an electronic application, written patient care documentation, an on-site visit and a review by the Commission on Magnet Recognition. Health care organizations must …

… Leans on Methodist Doctor Through Unknowns of Long COVID ‘Such a Fighter’: Iowa Mom Determined To Regain Her ‘Normal’ Life After COVID-19 Becca Cook, 40, is no stranger to the pain and … to do was talk about what their symptoms were,” he said of virtual visits. “This offers a way to reassure them and guide them – ‘Yes, you’re safe to stay at home. These are the things I’d … you,” she said. “You either make the choice to let it go on without you, or you do your best to keep up. So that’s what I’m doing.” She’s grateful to have Dr. Stephenson managing her …