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With (a Mop) Head and Heart: A Day in the Life of a COVID-19 Warrior

… Edmundson Hospital , finishes removing his personal protective equipment, he extends his fist to a coworker walking by. Before he accepts a fist bump, Berrones quickly pulls his hand back, … at Jennie Edmundson before moving to Texas in 2013. His wife, a cancer survivor, chose to get treatment there to be closer to family. But after she entered remission, they returned to … them and protect myself. If they don’t talk to me, I give them respect, privacy. I do the best I can.” He does the best he can as sweat accumulates on his forehead. His gown clings …
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Methodist Staffer's Small Gesture Makes "Profound" Impact

… hands were shaking so much that he hit his plate, spilling fried rice all over. When they went to the register to pay, Prystai urged them to get some more rice. Nelson’s father-in-law declined, saying he was responsible for spilling his … at that time,” Brea Nelson said. “He didn’t have to do that, and he went completely out of his way. It was just so needed in that moment.” Prystai’s Gesture Is No Surprise Compassionate. …
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Supercharge Your Super Bowl Snacks

… avocadoes, olive oil and canola oil) is important for a healthy heart. It's more important to eat foods (and yes, that includes your game-time snacks) that are low in fat; especially foods … creamers Refrigerated dough products Ready-to-use frostings Avoiding the diet penalties The best way to take charge of your diet is to read nutrition labels and make sure the saturated and trans …
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More Than Merely Physical: How To Support the Mental Well-Being of Sexual Assault Survivors

… Many people unfamiliar with sexual assault tend to think of it as a onetime attack by a stranger on a victim who was in the wrong place at the … is this: While isolated assaults by strangers do occur, it’s much more common for survivors to experience multiple incidents of sexual assault – or unwanted sexual contact – by someone they … Maybe they’re in an unhealthy relationship. Maybe they were groomed or slowly manipulated to engage in sexual activity they wouldn’t normally consent to. Whatever the case may be, it’s …
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How to Create a Safe Sleep Environment for Baby

… is OK or sleeping as they should be. First-time parent nerves are common, especially in regard to safe sleep. But the following information is aimed at empowering you – and your family and … in your bedroom for the first six months of life.  Bottle or breast, mom’s milk is generally best Encourage breastfeeding unless advised otherwise by your health care provider. Supplementing … visits  a priority and trust your intuition. A little awareness and proactivity go a long way in ensuring the safest sleep and sweetest dreams possible. …
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An intro to nephrology and the growing demand for kidney care

… Joseph Bast, MD, a nephrologist with Methodist Physicians Clinic – Nephrology   Thanks largely to escalating rates of diabetes, high blood pressure and obesity — and people simply living … the goal of reducing hospitalizations, improving transplant outcomes and giving patients the best possible quality of life. A big part of our job — and perhaps one of the most rewarding — is … kidneys so fascinating? The most fascinating thing about the kidneys is their resilience — the way they adapt and respond to various situations. For example, if your blood pressure goes up or …
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Methodist's Hospital's Pam Haschke honored with The DAISY Nurse Leader Award

… The DAISY Nurse Leader Award honors nurse leaders who work to foster a positive environment where skilled and compassionate care thrives. This award … development, fostering a culture where team members feel equipped to perform at their best. She has actively mentored a new leader by providing steady guidance, clear expectations and … services staff through her strong work ethic, her commitment to doing things the right way and her ability to envision and execute improvements that benefit both staff and patients. …
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Dermatology

… especially skin damaged by disease, aging, sunlight or other environmental factors — is vital to good health. The dermatologists at Methodist specialize in the evaluation, treatment and … as possible. During this surgery, the physician removes the cancer and then uses a microscope to look at the cancerous area to make sure no cancer cells remain.  This procedure boasts a 99 percent cure rate for certain …
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Methodist Hospital Honored by American College of Surgeons Commission on Cancer

… of the American College of Surgeons (ACS) has granted its 2019 Outstanding Achievement Award to a select group of 49 accredited cancer programs throughout the United States.  For the third … recipients and health care professionals at other cancer facilities for the purpose of sharing best practices Encourage honorees to serve as quality-care resources to other cancer programs “Providing the best care possible to our patients is our priority,” said Kelli Eaton, service executive for …
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Bonk! Those Dreaded Head Hits

… development will hit their head.  It occurs most often early on, 9-15 months with pulling to stand and starting to take first steps. They may fall and hit their head on the floor, the … oozing from the nose or ears Child has blurry vision or ringing in the ears Will my child get an x-ray? There has been increasing concern in recent years about radiation risk to children. … A head CT will look for skull fracture or brain bleed.  With the head and the brain, it is best to ask questions and if you are concerned about your child, have him or her evaluated.  Of …