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The head of the Nebraska Hospital Association said they're reaching a crisis point because of a delay in inpatient discharges.According to a survey, there have been more than 220 patients waiting more than a week to be transferred for five months in a row.In January, 104 patients waited more than 30…

Cancer Care At 30 miles per hour down a steep North Omaha hill, competitive longboarder Tosh Newton, 25, of Kansas City, Missouri, appeared to take flight as his T-shirt clung to his chest and flapped in the wind behind him. Tosh Newton As he gained more speed, his board beg…

Primary Care A Lake of the Ozarks golfing trip in May 2022 was the wake-up call Gary Wax, 67, of Macedonia, Iowa, needed. He knew he had to get his health under control, but this trip marked the first time that some of the concerning symptoms he’d been experiencing were on full display.“I remember …

A cancer diagnosis can impact many aspects of your life, including how, when and what you eat. Your favorite foods and recipes may lose their appeal, as treatment can cause food sensitivities, changes in appetite and other unwanted side effects.Methodist Estabrook Cancer Center dietitians are teamin…

Lewis Central High School brought college and business representatives to the school Thursday to share information about career options with students at the school's Trade Exploration Day. Attendees included Lewis Central students and others bused in from other schools. Nebraska Methodist College a…

As debate begins on a Nebraska proposal to ban nearly all abortions in the state, some medical professionals are worried about how exceptions in the law would be utilized. Legislative Bill 626, proposed by State Sen. Joni Albrecht of Thurston, would outlaw abortions at around six weeks when cardiac…

Class Description This free, one-hour class is designed to help prepare parents, guardians and caregivers of current NICU patients for baby's stay in the hospital. Our developmental specialist will provide education and resources on the importance of developmental care in the NICU and our attending…

Class Description This free, one-hour class is designed to help parents, guardians and caregivers of current NICU prepare for the transition from the NICU to home. Our developmental specialist and attending RN will review the NICU follow-up program, tummy time, swaddling, meeting growth and develop…

Most of us know how important regular exercise is to our health. It builds muscle mass and strength, improves flexibility and cardiovascular endurance, and aids with overall function, allowing us to perform daily activities more easily. Regular exercise can also reduce the likelihood of illness, …

Erika Felt completed her final chemotherapy treatment at Methodist Estabrook Cancer Center (MECC) on Jan. 12. Despite a rocky start to her cancer journey, she left MECC that day with a deep appreciation for everyone who’s impacted her. “They all deserve to hear that they’re amazing,” Erika said. “T…