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… activity. But staying active isn’t always about moving your body – especially when it comes to cervical health. I want to help you commit to staying active and on top of your cervical … prevent cervical cancer? The two most important things you can do to decrease your risk is to get the HPV vaccine and complete routine cervical cancer screening. Keep in mind that HPV … works together to confirm the diagnosis and ensure supportive care, pain management and the best possible treatment plan, which may include surgery, radiotherapy, chemotherapy, targeted …

… Comprehensive Services We’re dedicated to supporting survivors after traumatic events. The Methodist Heidi Wilke SANE/SART survivor … in a comfortable, private exam space equipped with cutting-edge technology. From start to finish, we walk survivors of sexual assault and domestic violence through the process. Their safety and sense of well-being are our highest priorities. We’re dedicated to physical and emotional recovery, and we’re determined to provide survivors the resiliency they …

… people newly infected with HIV has reduced dramatically – by more than two-thirds. And thanks to better treatments, the number of people with HIV who survive has increased dramatically. The … year. The theme for World AIDS Day this year is “Know your status.” While we’ve come a long way in three decades, knowing that crucial piece of information is as important as ever. HIV/AIDS … reasons, people who experience these symptoms and think they might be infected with HIV should get tested and seek medical care. Clinical latency stage: During this stage, the virus is …

… Had he survived, he would have needed a heart transplant. But being active and fit allowed him to live as long as he did. “I ran with that to help me with my grief,” said JoAnn, 67.   Her Own … me that he was impressed with my Pilates practice. I decided at that moment that this was one way I was going to honor his memory, to continue feeling connected with him.” Despite her healthy … named Brian to strengthen her heart wasn’t lost on her. “There’s maybe like 10 nurses, and I get Brian,” JoAnn said. “I think that’s pretty amazing.”   The Heart Health Message JoAnn’s …

… As 2020 comes to an end, it’s time to consider what next year will bring. But maybe that statement ties you up … your control. Focusing on what you can control can help you set more realistic goals. Do your best to make sure the results depend on you. Try the SMART method when setting goals: Specific: … from 2020 is that nothing is certain and making plans is futile. But if you’re thinking this way, let me encourage you to shift your focus to the here and now.  Goals don’t have to be set …

… with cancerous and benign (non-cancerous) nodules of the thyroid gland. So what do you need to know? Risk Factors for Thyroid Cancer There are several risk factors that may be associated … with your Methodist Physicians Clinic health care provider about changes you experience is the best way to protect your thyroid’s good health. …

… a life-changing experience: a high-risk pregnancy and major health scare.  But thanks to the care and compassion of a Methodist nurse, her story has a wonderful outcome. High-risk and … starting to take over. Calming her fears “She could see how nervous I was in a different way than I think anybody else had recognized,” said Jenna. “I was trying to stay so strong for my … memories of the day her daughter arrived is Connie’s reassuring calm.  “I received the best care I could've imagined at Methodist, but it's because I felt so loved by people like her …

… she pushed back against care providers who assured her that her enlarged thyroid was nothing to worry about. Although she was grateful for a full recovery, Angela said it didn’t negate all … had routinely asked her the same. But no provider had ever responded to Angela’s answer the way that Dr. Nadkarni did. “She just stopped, looked at me and said, ‘My gosh, I am so sorry to … surrounding each diagnosis. No matter those circumstances, my job is to give each patient the best care possible – and that really looks different for everyone.” For Angela, it meant a …

… “She basically just sat me down and said, ‘Tell me what’s actually going on. You don’t have to sugarcoat anything – be real.’ I started crying. She gave me a hug and said, ‘I’m taking the rest of your shift. You go home and get a little extra down time.’” Putting Employees and Patients First That wasn’t the last time … worked for several other hospitals, and I can say without any hesitation that she is just the best nurse leader that I’ve ever had,” Shostak said after recently nominating Morris for The …

… and important lessons. Among them: “There’s nothing wrong with asking for help.”   “I Want You To Come to Methodist” Andra’s cancer journey began with a simple wellness exam. She was changing jobs in September, and her new employer required that she get a physical. During that appointment, staff noted her high blood pressure and recommended she … several trips a month to Omaha for appointments at MECC. The drive alone was four hours one way, and the stress of her diagnosis and treatment was taking its toll. By Christmas, she said, …