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UNMC, 20 communities across Nebraska to present free Mini-Medical School on stem cells Nov. 28
The University of Nebraska Medical Center and co-sponsors in 20 communities across Nebraska invite the public to participate in the UNMC Mini-Medical School, a free health educational forum titled, “Stem Cells: The Promise of 21st Century Research.” The forum will be held on Nov. 28 from 6:30 to 9 p.m. (central time). It will […]
Nov 10, 2006
UNMC researcher’s work with embryonic stem cells highlighted in national journal
Thanks in large part to the work of a University of Nebraska Medical Center scientist, an international group of researchers has demonstrated that embryonic stem cells can be converted into liver cells and can be used to restore liver function in mice with liver failure. The findings are reported in the Nov. 5 issue of […]
Nov 9, 2006
New UNMC emergency residency program proving fruitful
The University of Nebraska Medical Center and Regional West Medical Center in Scottsbluff are improving the health of Nebraska through UNMC’s new UNMC Emergency Medicine Residency Program. The program means no longer will UNMC, and Nebraska, lose six new residents to other states in order for residents to pursue training in the emergency medicine […]
Nov 9, 2006
James Anderson, Ph.D., appointed chairman of National Cancer Institute Subcommittee
James Anderson, Ph.D., chairman of UNMC’s Department of Preventative and Societal Medicine, has been appointed chairman of the National Cancer Institute (NCI) Initial Review Group Subcommittee on Clinical Groups. The subcommittee is responsible for conducting the scientific reviews of the NCI-funded cancer cooperative groups. “NCI funds a cooperative program, which includes hospitals, researchers […]
Nov 8, 2006
Two medical center employees to be honored with Light of Wellness Award from WELCOM
The Wellness Council of the Midlands (WELCOM) will be honoring 10 individuals and one group with the William M. Kizer Light of Wellness Award on Thursday, Nov. 16. This marks the fifth consecutive year that WELCOM has given the awards. Eight individuals will be recognized for making successful changes in their health habits as […]
Nov 8, 2006
Nebraska’s first lady to highlight pulmonary hypertension event
Pulmonary hypertension has been diagnosed in more than 100,000 Americans and may be misdiagnosed in thousands more, unless there is more awareness in the community. That’s why the need for expanded public education sets the tone for the Pulmonary Hypertension Association’s Phenomenal Hope for a Cure brunch and auction on Saturday.
Nov 7, 2006
UNMC’s rare book collection worth $3.4 million back home after extensive library renovation
A collection of rare medical books worth an estimated $3.4 million owned by the University of Nebraska Medical Center, is back where it belongs in the UNMC McGoogan Library of Medicine following months of extensive renovations to the library’s two rare book rooms. There are nearly 4,250 volumes in the collection that’s considered one of […]
Nov 6, 2006
New laser treatment, safer, more effective way to eliminate varicose veins
Endovenous laser treatment (EVLT) is a simple, non-surgical procedure performed right in the office. “It’s a quick and simple way to alleviate varicose veins,” said radiologist Anthony Adelson, M.D., who is also the section head of interventional radiology at the University of Nebraska Medical Center. “Most patients are walking within minutes after the procedure and […]
Nov 2, 2006
Pulmonary hypertension has been diagnosed in more than 100,000 Americans and may be misdiagnosed in thousands more, unless there is more awareness in the community. That’s why the need for expanded public education – above all – sets the tone for the Phenomenal Hope for a Cure association’s first brunch and auction fundraiser. The […]
Nov 1, 2006
At a pinning ceremony held in the Storz Pavilion of Clarkson Tower in September, 45 radiation science students took an oath of professionalism in front of more than 200 family members and friends.
Nov 1, 2006