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Advance Directives and Care Planning

A medical situation can arise without warning. What would happen if you had a serious accident or illness? How would you make sure your wishes about your medical care are known? Having a completed advance directive is the answer. Advance directives are written instructions that you prepare to help …
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Tai Chi for Cancer Survivors

Class DescriptionThis tranquil, low-impact Sun style class will help reduce pain and stiffness while improving strength, balance and flexibility. Registration is required for all physical wellness classes. New participants are eligible to join classes approximately one week after initial registratio…
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Methodist Fremont Health offers discounted blood screenings

Beginning in February, Methodist Fremont Health will offer discounted blood screenings, which are open to the public. The following screenings – which are performed by Methodist Fremont Health’s phlebotomy team on the third floor of the hospital – will be offered 7-9 a.m., on Feb. 6, May 7, May 9, A…
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Delta Variant Is Most Predominant COVID Strain in Iowa

Health care officials say the Delta COVID strain is growing exponentially in the Hawkeye State. Jeffrey Sartin, MD, an infectious disease physician with Methodist Health System, says this epidemic is only "over" for the people who have been vaccinated. For those who haven't been, there's still sign…
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Stay the Course as COVID-19 Restrictions are Relaxed

You’ve likely noticed more and more people out and about. Perhaps you’ve spotted or attended a neighborhood grill-out with more than 10 people present. Restaurant parking lots are full of cars that aren’t there for takeout. And in some of these cases, you may have seen less people wearing face masks…
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Cleaning your Breast Pump

Preventing bacteriaProviding breast milk is one of the best things you can do for your baby’s health and development. It contains antibodies that help your baby fight off viruses and bacteria. Pumping your milk is one way to provide breast milk to your baby, however not properly cleaning breast pump…
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4 Reasons to Focus on Men's Health

It may come as no surprise. Men are much less likely than women to have preventative health care exams. But maybe they should…Risky behaviorAccording to the CDC, a good percentage of men participate in activities that contribute to the leading causes of death in men – cardiovascular disease and canc…
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Nurse's Care and Compassion Feeds Body and Soul

Above and beyondNurses often go above and beyond to make sure their patients are comfortable and safe. Methodist nurses extend that compassionate eye to those who love and care for them.Britney Cope, RN, a nurse in the cardiac unit at Methodist Hospital is one of those nurses.Going the extra mileBri…