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… When a bundle of baby joy is on the way, lots of life changes are in store. Sometimes, that means modifying your exercise habits. … Weidner, an OB-GYN at Methodist Women's Hospital in Omaha, said it's always a good first step to talk to your doctor about your exercise habits. Most docs will be supportive, he said, but they might want to talk about what to watch out for along the way.  Omaha World-Herald LiveWell: I'm Pregnant. Can I Start an Exercise Class   …

… The effects of alcohol As the clock strikes down to another New Year, many of us will be raising a glass to 2018. Some of us will have more than … alcohol have on your body and ongoing good health? Everyone reacts to alcohol in their own way; however the process is pretty much the same for everyone. When you drink, your body goes to work metabolizing the alcohol – breaking it down …

… different states – have varying COVID-19 risks and restrictions. So before booking that flight to Europe, do your research and get answers to common questions.   Frequently Asked Questions Can I travel if I’m not vaccinated? The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) advises travel for only those who are fully vaccinated. … before traveling so your body has time to build immunity. Before your international trip, visit with one of our travel medicine specialists . Our services include: All vaccinations …

…   Tori Hudson, LIMHP Tori Hudson, LIMHP, has long enjoyed learning about people and how to best support them. As a practitioner with the Methodist Community Counseling Program , Hudson … like reading, watching TV, and spending time with friends and family. “It helps set me up for a successful week when I take care of myself.” …

… The results of a major national study could change the way high blood pressure is defined and treated, physicians here and elsewhere say. Nevertheless, they generally plan to wait for more data from the research, a published report and perhaps a formal change in guidelines …

… at the hospital, they quickly became buddies, visiting each other's rooms — which were next to each other — and tossing out jokes during therapy sessions in the gym. Meanwhile, rehab staff members used some creative approaches, include a trick-or-treating activity, to help the men with their recoveries. Dave was discharged from the hospital on Monday, and Keith expects to leave Friday, but the pair have exchanged numbers and plan on keeping touch. "You get so close …

… Partners in Nebraska’s health information system are taking next steps to improve health outcomes — and the state’s IT workforce — through data. The Nebraska Health Information Initiative, or NEHII, has been working to link patient records collected by physicians, hospitals, pharmacies and other health care entities across the state for roughly a decade. An ER doctor in Kearney, for instance, now can check the medications and …

… and they were up on his lap,” Laura said. And his two grandchildren? “They meant everything to him,” she said. Even when Chuck became ill with COVID-19 and fought for his life last fall, he … 3 a.m. phone call, balancing the difficulty of separation with knowing Chuck was getting the best care, and updates from the staff that brought as many smiles as tears. “He would reminisce … got two surprises last month when The DAISY Team Award was presented: the award itself and a visit from Laura, who has left her job to focus on her own health. Morrison said receiving the …

…   Methodist Physicians Clinic pulmonologist Adam Wells, MD , cares for patients with a variety of respiratory conditions, including pneumonia, COPD, COVID-19 and … always obvious. That was the case when Janelle McCormack visited him last spring. Janelle went to the Methodist Hospital Emergency Department a week earlier and was admitted after experiencing … organ systems and disease progression, they work to identify the parts of the tissue that can best help a pathologist make a diagnosis. “The small specimens, like moles and gastrointestinal …

… is a fine line of when stress can turn bad. Ramig says stress that is not managed in a healthy way can affect your health in multiple ways, including raising your blood pressure, impacting …