April 2025

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From Community Leader to Hospital Volunteer

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Willis Heck has a gift for creating community, supporting others, and leading by example. A retired community leader and former member of the Newton City Commission, Willis now dedicates his days to volunteering at NMC Health, bringing with him a lifetime of leadership and a heart full of compassion. Heather started working at NMC Health […]

Don’t Search for Health Answers – Ask Your Doctor Instead!

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We’ve all done it. You feel a weird ache, notice a rash, or have a cough that won’t go away, and what’s the first thing you do? You grab your phone and start searching online. At first, you’re just looking for a simple answer. But after scrolling through articles and message boards, you start thinking: […]

A Nurse with a Heart for Helping

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Heather has always been someone who cares for others. As a nurse at NMC Health Surgical Specialists, she has spent years helping patients feel better. But her kindness doesn’t stop at the hospital doors—she recently took on a new role as a mentor with Big Brothers Big Sisters (BBBS), hoping to make a difference in […]