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… The podcast is a series of interviews with physicians who are involved with the Institute for Functional Medicine (IFM). Dr. Robert Luby is the Director of Medical Education Initiatives at IFM, which works to scale functional medicine and make it more accessible and easier to adopt into larger healthcare systems. Dr. Nancy Cutter and Sharon Williams are from the …

… time, he's developed a bond with nurse Abbey Lacy. They're both adventure seekers who like to chat about extreme sports. Recently, Ray was having a tough week and Lacy noticed he wasn't his usual self. "I was down that he was down because it's not typical for him to have kinda a bum attitude. It was like, 'What can I do?' I was just sitting at my desk and, …

… Although a healthy diet and exercise are important at any age, here’s what else you may need to focus on in your 30s, 40s, 50s and beyond. In Your 30s Primary Care Aside from maybe a couple … can also help prevent bone and muscle loss, which – you guessed it – begins in your 30s. Aim for 30 to 60 minutes of moderate exercise (such as brisk walking) at least five days a week. And … consumption and a host of serious health issues over time. Talk with your provider if your best efforts at getting seven to nine hours of uninterrupted sleep a night just aren’t working.   …

… can you help keep your kids safe from these summer invaders and what symptoms should you look for in the event that your child has an insect bite?    Bugs and Their Bites Mosquitoes: … are harmless and don’t require medical treatment. If you find a tick on your child, you need to remove it as soon as possible. The best ways to remove a tick are applying a soapy cotton ball to the tick or removing with …

… nomination, but it didn’t take long for nurse coordinator Christina Queen, BSN, RN-BC, to figure out who it was from. She’s been with Methodist Hospital’s Acute Care for Elders (ACE) … with dignity and respect. The nurses displayed compassion and patience. We received the best care possible. The nurses that cared for my husband also showed me kindness and care, which … a testament to what nursing should and could be, and I hope others are inspired to care the way that you have.” …

… 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 …

… Baby, it's cold outside This time of year, many of us have a tough time staying active due to the cold weather. It’s too cold to go outside and easier to stay in, wrapped up in your … Get a Fitbit or activity tracker. This will help you see your progress and it’s a fun way to stay motivated to work on calorie burning or increasing your daily active minutes. Fitbit … with like-minded, motivated people to keep you motivated and push each other to do your best. If you need more support, join a Facebook or social media group with others who will …

… The best nurse Jim Murphy said he ever had only been one for less than a year. But Methodist Hospital … Care for Elders (ACE) Unit nurse Emily Wood, BSN, RN, made such an impression that he had to tell his daughter – Helen Schlotfeld – about her.   Jim, a U.S. Army veteran and co-captain of … speaking on Jim’s level, prioritizing oral care and arranging pillows in just the right way – all seemingly simple aspects of care. But these small actions added up to make a big …

… 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. …

… There are those of us who look to the new year with renewed mind-sets and motivation and those of us who spend Dec. 31 counting … that can help you actually keep them.    Be SMART Resolutions tend not to stick because of the way they’re made, which is a reason 80% of New Year’s resolutions are abandoned by February. If … emotional transition into the new year. For some, making New Year’s resolutions might be the best time to set goals. But don’t feel pressured to work too hard against your nature. It’s more …