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It’s OK … we all do it. Look before you flush. Believe it or not, the color and consistency of your urine can say a lot about your health. Health Clues From Color The most optimal color for your urine is a pale yellow. If it is a darker yellow or orange, it can mean you are becoming dehydrated. …

Class DescriptionThis class is for those expectant parents delivering at Methodist Jennie Edmundson Hospital only.Prepare for the birth of your baby by exploring comfort techniques for labor, the importance of labor support and learning how to care for your newborn. Through education, women are able…

DescriptionThis course is designed for family, friends and members of the community interested in infant, toddler and adult CPR training and do not need a course completion card.NOTE:  We ask that you be at least 11 years old to participate in this class.The American Heart Association strongly promo…

The state of Iowa approved a certificate of need (CON) today for a planned 96-bed behavioral health hospital in Council Bluffs – an important next step for the joint venture partnership between Methodist Jennie Edmundson Hospital and Acadia Healthcare.The CON hearing took place before the State Heal…

*Note: The Patient Estimate Self-Service tool is not compatible with Internet Explorer. Please use Google Chrome, Microsoft Edge, Mozilla Firefox or Safari to access the tool.At Methodist Health System, we agree that transparency about the cost of health care is important. Listed below are several r…

As a clinical dietitian at Methodist Hospital, Alexandra Tobaben, MS, RD, LMNT, typically works with adults dealing with acute or chronic medical conditions.Tobaben is especially passionate about studying the gut microbiome and educating patients on its impact within the body, especially as that rel…

A balanced diet can improve several aspects of your life, including your mental and emotional health.One theory that supports the link between a balanced diet and decreased symptoms of anxiety and depression is the gut-brain connection. Your gastrointestinal tract – sometimes referred to as your “se…

It’s a situation no one wants to experience: A loved one has been admitted to a hospital’s critical care unit – also frequently called the intensive care unit or ICU.It can be a time filled with uncertainty and charged with emotion as patients, families and friends wrestle with what the future holds…

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