Victoria Cerino
Visiting nurse scholar: Revolutionary changes ahead in cancer diagnosis
A nurse practitioner specializing in medical oncology told nurses and nursing faculty this week that changes in the next five to 20 years will revolutionize the way health providers think about and manage cancer diagnosis and treatment. As a result, nurses will need an improved understanding of basic sciences such as cell biology, she said.
Mar 6, 2003
Dentistry to evaluate treatment for reducing sleep apnea, snoring
Researchers at the UNMC College of Dentistry are conducting a pilot study to evaluate the effectiveness of an oral device as an alternative non-invasive, less expensive treatment in reducing moderate sleep apnea and snoring. The college has received $7,000 to recruit and evaluate the device in 10 men and women, age 45 to 65.
Mar 5, 2003
UNMC College of Dentistry treats 130 underserved children
The UNMC College of Dentistry hosted its fourth Children’s Dental Day Friday in Lincoln. More than 350 volunteers provided free dental treatment and education for 130 underserved children from Norfolk and Fremont. See story for photos.
Feb 25, 2003
UNMC sponsors mini-medical school on smallpox
UNMC invites Nebraskans to attend a free health educational series on smallpox, titled, “Smallpox: What You Need to Know,” on Thursdays, Feb. 13, 20 and 27, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. (CST). During the series, Nebraskans will learn about smallpox, the social and ethical issues, the risks involved in the smallpox vaccine, the safety mechanisms in medical research and how the state will respond in the event of a bioterrorist attack.
Feb 3, 2003
Nominations for women of color are being taken
Organizations and individuals are being asked to consider nominating Omaha area women of color for awards that will recognize outstanding contributions in four categories: business/entrepreneur, education, professional volunteer, and youth. Nomination forms are due by Feb. 15.
Jan 21, 2003
Dr. Vose appointed chief, UNMC section of oncology/hematology
Julie Vose, M.D., UNMC oncologist, recently was named chief of the section of hematology/oncology, UNMC department of internal medicine, following an extensive national search. Dr. Vose succeeds Ken Cowan, M.D., Ph.D., who served as interim section chief the past two years.
Jan 16, 2003
UNMC studies new drug for multiple sclerosis, Crohn’s disease
Researchers at UNMC were part of what’s being called a landmark international, 23-center study that tested the safety of the drug natalizumab – also known as Antegren. The drug may benefit those with multiple sclerosis, a neurological disease, and Crohn’s disease, an intestinal disease.
Jan 13, 2003
Eighth-graders invited to compete in UNMC Health/Science Meet
Nebraska eighth-graders are invited to compete in UNMC’s regional Health/Science Meet competitions, which will be held in March and April at six locations. Click for details.
Jan 2, 2003
Dental researchers on toothbrushes – powered vs. manual
Researchers at the UNMC College of Dentistry recently studied whether a powered toothbrush could reduce plaque accumulation and bleeding gums better than a manual toothbrush. See story for the results.
Dec 20, 2002
Dental, dental hygiene students take oath of professionalism
Forty-seven second-year dental students and 20 third-year dental hygiene students recently signed pledges committing themselves to a higher level of professional responsibility as they begin their clinical experiences at the UNMC College of Dentistry.
Dec 13, 2002