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Holiday Gift Ideas for Older Adults To Promote Physical, Cognitive and Social Well-Being

… it can be daunting to think about all the people who you think you should purchase gifts for. Some people are easy to shop for because they’re easily pleased or you know what they like. … physical safety and well-being but doesn’t involve technology, a pair of sneakers with good grip will allow for balance and mobility. Falls are a leading cause of brain injury in older adults, and having a good pair of shoes is one way to help prevent possible injuries.   Gifts Promoting Cognitive …
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Geriatric Nurse Honored for Providing Comfort and Care That Was More Than Skin-Deep

… RN, received her nursing degree from Nebraska Methodist College , she knew she wanted to care for geriatric patients. So landing her first nursing job in Methodist Hospital’s Acute Care for … us, and we have so much to learn from them. They’ve been through so much, and they deserve good care.” That good care, she said, involves considerable awareness of how her patients feel on the inside – and …
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'A Real Heartfelt Job': Spreading Kindness and Comfort at Methodist

… Hospital in May. Taking her mother to various Methodist appointments had become rather routine for Sue Burger, who claims her mother would never go anywhere else. “We’re a Methodist family,” … among the buzz of people coming and going. “I just watched and thought, ‘Man, she is so good at that.’ It was just awesome. You don’t see that all the time – kindness to that extent. … dealing with,” she said. “You don’t ask. So my job is to let them know that they’re in a good place – that we’re going to take care of them.” While she typically works at Methodist …
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Flu, RSV and COVID-19 Cases on the Rise: A Q&A With an MD on How To Keep Your Family Safe

… According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) , cases of influenza are starting to ramp up throughout … Many of the influenza cases we’re seeing now are influenza A, and this year’s vaccine is a good match for that. The new COVID-19 bivalent boosters – which are now available to anyone 5 and … droplets. RSV is spread through direct contact. So continue to cover your coughs, practice good hand hygiene and stay home when you’re sick.   Q: Why do I need the flu shot if I never get …
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Better-mood food: A happier, more calm and focused you could start with your next bite

… – sometimes referred to as your “second brain” – is home to trillions of bacteria responsible for sending your actual  brain messages. The growth of good bacteria is dependent on nutrient-dense foods, which result in a flourishing gut microbiome … They play a role in the production of serotonin and dopamine – another “happy” or “feel-good” hormone.  Omega-3 fatty acids can help fight inflammation , which is commonly seen in those …
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Methodist Employee Goes all in to Help Lead Omaha Homicide Support Group

… Clinic (MPC) administration and returned to the business office as a billing representative for MPC before transitioning into her role as a senior patient billing representative. In her … Group because the detectives and the police work the case, but they’re not necessarily very good working with families, which is why they wanted my perspective,” Wright said. Wright … that could be helpful, including counseling.    “Sometimes they don’t want anything besides a good ear to listen,” Wight said. “Some of the training that I’ve received from working in the …
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This new year, focus on goal setting and self-care

…   Q&A with Ellen McElderry, LIMHP, LADC, program manager for the Methodist Hospital Community Counseling Program .   What’s your take on New Year’s … exercise and diet. Now there’s more acknowledgement that you can’t have overall wellness and good health without including mental health. The self-care movement addresses holistic well-being … your advice for people making common resolutions – like losing weight or quitting a habit?  A good starting point is to honestly and clearly identify what you can and can’t control. For
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Methodist Women's Hospital Gift Shop

… sundries. A variety of hair care, nail care and massage services are also available as gifts for patients or parents and legal guardians of NICU patients. A selection of gift items and salon … online. As a volunteer-run gift shop, all proceeds go toward a designated area of support for the hospital.   Please do not give gifts of plants or flowers to patients in ICU or NICU or …
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Leslie Peterson

… the stage of her cancer, Dr. Tarantolo said it was stage 4. “I said, ‘Well, that’s not very good.’ He lowered his chin, looked me in the eyes and said, ‘That’s the kind I cure.’” After 24 … “Because everything after chemotherapy and everything after cancer is a gift,” she said. “And for that, I will be eternally grateful.” …
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NICU Reunion Is in Its 11th Year at Methodist Women's Hospital

… seeing them now, you kind of forget all of the bad moments because you're enjoying all the good ones," she said. Sawaged attended the NICU reunion with her kids. She knows the nurses at … like second parents to them, and it's the best," she said. Sheri Kimmey has been a NICU nurse for 21 years and has been with Methodist for 13 years. She said she loves making a difference in people's lives. "I couldn't imagine doing …